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NEBRASKA: SETTLERS, 1888. Homesteader James McCrea and family in front of their
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NEBRASKA: SETTLERS, 1888. Homesteader James McCrea and family in front of their
NEBRASKA: SETTLERS, 1888.
Homesteader James McCrea and family in front of their sod house dugout near Berwyn, Custer County, Nebraska. Photograph by Solomon D. Butcher, 1888
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NEBRASKA: SETTLERS, 1888. Homesteader James McCrea and family embracing the pioneering spirit in front of their humble sod house dugout near Berwyn, Custer County, Nebraska. This photograph by Solomon D. Butcher in 1888 offers a glimpse into the daily life of early American settlers on the great plains. In this remarkable portrait, we witness a snapshot of resilience and determination as James McCrea stands proudly alongside his wife and children. The vast prairie stretches out behind them, symbolizing both the challenges they faced and the boundless opportunities that awaited them. The image captures not only the physical labor involved in farming but also showcases various elements of frontier existence. A donkey grazes nearby while chickens roam freely around their homestead. A young boy holds an antler with curiosity, perhaps representing his connection to nature in this rugged landscape. As pioneers on the western frontier during a time of westward expansion, these settlers relied on each other for support and survival. Men worked tirelessly with reapers while women tended to household chores and cared for their loved ones. This print from The Granger Collection serves as a powerful reminder of our ancestors' strength and perseverance amidst harsh conditions. It is a testament to those who shaped America's agricultural heritage through hard work and sacrifice.
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