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The original wooden viaduct at Dale Creek, Wyoming, built for the Union Pacific railroad. It was later replaced by a steel construction before the route was abandoned altogether. (Photo by Henry Guttmann Collection/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Henry Guttmann Collection
Media ID 20540547
American Timeline Format Landscape North America Railroads Railway Railway Bridge Transport Infrastructure Westward Expansion
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This print captures a significant piece of American history - the original wooden viaduct at Dale Creek, Wyoming. Built for the Union Pacific railroad during the era of westward expansion, this remarkable railway bridge stands as a testament to the ambitious spirit that shaped North America's transport infrastructure. The image showcases the grandeur of this engineering marvel, with its intricate lattice-like structure stretching across the vast landscape. The wooden beams seem to defy gravity as they support the weight of passing trains, symbolizing both human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of progress. A lone figure can be seen on top of one of the viaduct's towering pillars, adding a sense of scale and emphasizing man's triumph over nature in conquering such challenging terrain. This male presence serves as a reminder that behind every great feat lies countless hours of labor by dedicated individuals who laid down tracks connecting distant corners of this vast continent. Although time has taken its toll on this once vital artery for trade and travel, it is impossible to overlook its historical significance. Eventually replaced by steel construction before being abandoned altogether, this photograph immortalizes an important chapter in American railroads' evolution. Henry Guttmann Collection masterfully captured not just an architectural wonder but also a visual representation of progress itself. As we gaze upon this stunning print today, we are transported back to an era when railroads were lifelines connecting communities and propelling nations forward into uncharted territories.
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