General view of the Wharf, Antilla, Cuba
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General view of the Wharf, Antilla, Cuba
General view of the Wharf building and railway yards, Antilla, Cuba. Date: circa 1908
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Cuba Cuban Export Track Tracks Truck Trucks Wharf Yards
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling activity of the Wharf in Antilla, Cuba, circa 1908. The image showcases a panoramic view of the wharf building and railway yards, with various structures and machinery scattered throughout. The wharf, a vital hub for import and export, is teeming with activity as men work diligently to load and unload goods from the ships moored at the docks. In the foreground, railway tracks extend into the distance, connecting the wharf to the interior of the island. Trucks and trucks laden with cargo are seen moving along the tracks, ready to transport goods to their respective destinations. The railway system played a crucial role in Cuba's transportation network during this period, facilitating the efficient movement of goods between the coast and the rest of the country. The sea in the background is dotted with ships of various sizes, some anchored and others underway. The ships, which were essential for Cuba's international trade, brought in goods from far-off lands and carried Cuban products to markets around the world. The buildings and structures in the photograph, including the wharf building and the railway sheds, are a testament to the industrial might of Cuba during the early 1900s. The men in the photograph, dressed in work clothes and hats, add a sense of scale and human element to the scene. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a window into the economic and industrial activity that once thrived in Antilla, Cuba.
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