America paddle steamer, 1906
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America paddle steamer, 1906
America paddle steamer, on the Mississippi River, in Mississippi, USA. This is a sternwheel paddle steamer, with the paddle at the rear of the boat. Smoke is emerging from the smokestacks at the front of the boat. The lower deck contains cargo, while passengers are on the upper decks. The wheelhouse is at the centre of the boat. There were several riverboats called America during the 19th century and early 20th century. Commercial paddle steamers operated from the start of the 19th century to the 1930s. This photograph, from the Detroit Publishing Company, dates from 20 July 1906
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1900s 1906 America Boat Deck Mississippi Mississippi River North American Paddle Paddle Steamer Passenger Passengers Ship Shipping Steam Power Steaming Transport Travelling Water Transport Women Decks River Boat Riverboat Smokestacks Wheelhouse
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This print takes us back to the year 1906, capturing the majestic America paddle steamer as it gracefully glides along the mighty Mississippi River in Mississippi, USA. This sternwheel paddle steamer showcases its unique design with the paddle located at the rear of the boat, while smoke billows from its prominent smokestacks at the front. The lower deck is filled with cargo, symbolizing a bustling era of trade and commerce, while passengers enjoy their journey on the upper decks. The wheelhouse stands proudly at the center of this magnificent vessel, guiding it through these historic waters. It's fascinating to note that there were multiple riverboats named America during this time period when commercial paddle steamers dominated water transport until the 1930s. In this snapshot frozen in time by Detroit Publishing Company on July 20th, we witness a slice of American history unfolding before our eyes. The diverse group of individuals aboard - men and women alike - represents a cross-section of society united by their shared experience on this remarkable voyage. As we gaze upon this monochrome image captured over a century ago, we are reminded not only of technological advancements but also how transportation has connected people across vast distances throughout history. This photograph serves as an enduring testament to human ingenuity and our unyielding spirit for exploration and adventure in North America's great rivers like Mississippi.
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