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Swiss guides on Canadian Pacific Rd., between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
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Swiss guides on Canadian Pacific Rd., between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Swiss guides on Canadian Pacific Rd., between c1910 and c1915
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Perched precariously on a rocky cliff face along the Canadian Pacific Railway between c1910 and c1915 are four Swiss guides who have mastered the art of balancing risk with adventure. Their ropes securely tied, they gaze out at the breathtaking landscape below as if surveying their next move in this precarious game of exploration.
Captured by renowned photographer George Grantham Bain's lens for the Bain News Service, this striking black and white print is a testament to the era's fascination with geographical discovery and scientific inquiry. The guides' rugged attire and weathered faces tell tales of countless expeditions into the wilderness, where they have honed their skills in rock climbing and traversing treacherous terrain.
As part of Bain News Service's esteemed collection, this photograph not only showcases the Swiss guides' remarkable feats but also highlights the country's rich cultural heritage. With its themes of exploration, risk-taking, and scientific inquiry, it is a powerful representation of early 20th-century America's fascination with the great outdoors.
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