Mannen bij een spoorlijn bij Burning Rock Cut, Green River, Wyoming 1868

This stereoscopic photograph by William Henry Jackson captures the rugged landscape of Wyoming's Green River, specifically the Burning Rock Cut. Taken in 1868, the image showcases the impact of the transcontinental railroad on the American West. The photograph depicts a group of individuals standing on the newly laid railroad tracks, their presence highlighting the immense scale of the engineering feat. The sharp contrast between the vast canyon walls and the small human figures emphasizes the raw power of nature and the audacity of human ambition during this era of westward expansion.