Fording the River with a cattle drive
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Fording the River with a cattle drive
Fording the River with a cattle drive. Drover and boys crossing a river with cows at a ford. Date: ca. 1835
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Cattle Crossing Drive Drover Ford Fording
Fording the River with a Cattle Drive
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is an evocative image capturing the raw essence of 19th-century American life. This photograph, estimated to date back to approximately 1835, depicts a determined drover and a group of young boys leading a herd of cattle through a river ford. The scene exudes a sense of adventure and the challenges faced by early American settlers as they tamed the wild frontier. The drover, dressed in a worn hat, heavy coat, and trousers, stands tall and confident as he leads the first cow through the river. His boys, clad in simple shirts and pants, follow closely behind, guiding the rest of the herd. The cattle, sensing the urgency of the situation, move steadily through the water, their hooves creating ripples that spread outwards, merging with the gentle current. The river, with its crystal-clear waters, adds a serene contrast to the chaotic scene unfolding on its banks. The lush greenery that surrounds the ford hints at the richness and abundance of the land, while the vast expanse of sky above underscores the boundless freedom that drew settlers westward. This photograph is a testament to the courage and resilience of the early American pioneers who braved the unknown, faced the elements, and transformed the wilderness into a thriving agricultural landscape. It is a poignant reminder of a time when man and nature were intertwined, and the simple act of fording a river with a cattle drive was an adventure that defined a generation.
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