Ice motor on way to Dawson City, Yukon, Canada
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Ice motor on way to Dawson City, Yukon, Canada
Men riding an ice motor en route to Dawson City, Yukon, Canada, important during the Klondike Gold Rush. Date: circa 1908
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Cold Dawson Klondike Motorised Route Rush Sled Sleigh Yukon
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This photograph depicts a group of intrepid men making their way towards Dawson City, Yukon, Canada, aboard an ice motor, circa 1908. The ice motor, an early form of motorized transportation, was an essential innovation during the Klondike Gold Rush, which brought thousands of prospectors to the Yukon Territory in search of wealth and fortune. The harsh, snow-covered landscape of the Canadian wilderness stretches out before them, a stark contrast to the sleek, modern machine they are riding. The men, bundled up against the cold, cling to the sides of the ice motor as it glides effortlessly over the frozen terrain. In the background, horses and sleighs laden with supplies can be seen, a reminder of the more traditional methods of transportation that were still in use during this time. The ice motor, powered by a gasoline engine, revolutionized the way goods and people were transported in the Yukon Territory. It allowed for faster and more efficient travel, enabling the delivery of much-needed supplies to the gold rush communities and facilitating the movement of prospectors and their equipment. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the men who braved the harsh conditions of the Yukon Territory during the Klondike Gold Rush. It offers a unique glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the promise of gold and the allure of adventure drew people from all corners of the world to the frozen north.
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