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Charles Roscoe Savage — The Narrows, Ogden Canon, from the series "Union Pacific Railroad"

Charles Roscoe Savage

The Narrows, Ogden Canon, from the series "Union Pacific Railroad"

1859

Savage's stereo photograph captures the engineering marvels of transcontinental railroad construction while showcasing the dramatic western landscapes that captivated 19th-century audiences.

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Albumen print, stereo

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