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Caribou carcasses, between c1900 and c1930. Creator: Unknown
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Caribou carcasses, between c1900 and c1930. Creator: Unknown
Caribou carcasses, between c1900 and c1930
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This evocative photograph captures the raw reality of life on the frontier in Alaska during the early 20th century. The image, estimated to have been taken between 1900 and 1930, depicts two men standing before a line of caribou carcasses, their expressions serious and focused. The men, dressed in heavy coats and hats, each hold rifles at the ready, suggesting that they have just completed a successful hunting expedition. In the background, an eagle perches on a tree branch, keeping watch over the scene. The setting is the vast, unforgiving wilderness of Southeast Fairbanks, Alaska, a place where survival was a daily challenge. The caribou carcasses are arranged in a neat line, indicating that this was not a random kill but rather a strategic hunt. The use of guns, a common tool for subsistence hunting in the region, underscores the importance of hunting for survival in this harsh environment. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the meeting of the frontier and the European settlers in Alaska. It speaks to the heritage of the American West and the role that hunting played in shaping the history of the United States. The image is also a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people who braved the unknown and made their homes in the far reaches of North America.
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