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Group of Ute Indians on the War Path The Ute tribe was part of the Shoshone Nation
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Group of Ute Indians on the War Path The Ute tribe was part of the Shoshone Nation
Group of Ute Indians on the War Path
The Ute tribe was part of the Shoshone Nation which ranged from Colorado and Utah South to New Mexico and Arizona. Hostile Indians kept US Army units near UP construction crews almost continuously but Central Pacific Rail layers were not troubled
A J Russell photo
c 1869
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Media ID 11301713
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Albany Books Archive Golden Age Of Train Travel Rail Railway Steam Train Stock Photography Train Trains Transport Travel Union Pacific Railroad Photo Vintage
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in history, showcasing a "Group of Ute Indians on the War Path". The Ute tribe, an integral part of the Shoshone Nation, inhabited vast territories ranging from Colorado and Utah to New Mexico and Arizona. During the construction of the Union Pacific Railroad (UP), hostile Indian tribes posed constant threats to both workers and soldiers stationed nearby. However, this particular image reveals that Central Pacific Rail layers were fortunate enough to be spared from such troubles. Taken by A. J. Russell around 1869, this photograph offers a glimpse into the challenges faced during the expansion of railway networks across America. It serves as a reminder of the struggles encountered by those involved in building these vital transportation routes. Preserved within Albany Books' vintage archive collection, this historic image evokes nostalgia for the golden age of train travel. Its inclusion among stock photography highlights its enduring relevance and significance in understanding our past
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