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Photo Mug : NORTH DAKOTA ROAD, 1940. Railroad crossing on a rural road in McHenry County, North Dakota. Photograph by John Vachon in October 1940
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NORTH DAKOTA ROAD, 1940. Railroad crossing on a rural road in McHenry County, North Dakota. Photograph by John Vachon in October 1940
NORTH DAKOTA ROAD, 1940.
Railroad crossing on a rural road in McHenry County, North Dakota. Photograph by John Vachon in October 1940
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1940 Crossing Dirt Road Great Depression Mchenry New Deal North Dakota October Powerline Railroad Railroad Track Road Rural Scenic View Sign Storm Telephone Pole Vachon
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Bring a piece of history to your morning routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the iconic image "North Dakota Road, 1940" by John Vachon. This vintage photograph captures a railroad crossing on a rural road in McHenry County, North Dakota, transporting you back in time. Each mug is expertly printed with high-quality, fade-resistant ink to ensure your image remains vibrant and clear. Perfect for coffee or tea, this unique mug makes a thoughtful gift for history enthusiasts or anyone who appreciates the beauty of the past. Add a personal touch by gifting a mug with a cherished memory or special moment captured in time.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8cm high x 9.5cm diameter (3.1" x 3.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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This photograph, titled "NORTH DAKOTA ROAD, 1940" transports us back to a simpler time in rural America. Taken by the talented photographer John Vachon in October 1940, this image captures a railroad crossing on a dirt road in McHenry County, North Dakota. The scene is beautifully framed by the vast open sky above and stormy clouds looming in the distance. A solitary telephone pole stands tall against the horizon, while power lines stretch across the landscape. The presence of these man-made structures serves as a reminder of progress and connectivity even amidst such remote surroundings. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the resilience of those living through challenging times like the Great Depression. The New Deal initiatives are subtly represented here with signs indicating that infrastructure improvements were underway. The composition draws our attention to both natural beauty and human intervention coexisting harmoniously. The railroad tracks cut through the peaceful countryside, symbolizing movement and connection between communities. This print evokes nostalgia for an era when life moved at a slower pace but was filled with its own unique challenges and triumphs. It reminds us to appreciate simplicity and find beauty even in seemingly ordinary moments along forgotten roads.
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