P.K. Yates

P.K. Yates was a photographer who captured the construction of the Boston subway system in the early 20th century. These black and white photographs offer a glimpse into the monumental task of building a modern urban infrastructure, with a focus on the large-scale engineering and the human labor involved. Yates' work provides valuable documentation of this significant historical project, showcasing the stages of tunnel excavation, the scale of the undertaking, and the tools and methods used by the workers.