Manchester Locomotive Works, Manchester, New Hampshire, circa 1860
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Artifact Overview
The 4-4-0 American-type locomotive A.M. Ramsdell was photographed fresh from the shops of the Manchester Locomotive Works. Lavish decorations were typical on mid-1800s locomotives. Manufacturers and operators took pride in their engines as symbols of industry and progress. The Manchester Locomotive Works merged into the American Locomotive Company in 1901.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Photographic print
Subject Date
circa 1860
Creators
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
27.43.3
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Cardboard
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 18.75 in
Width: 14.875 in
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