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Title
Old West Mule Train
Artist
Betty LaRue
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Mules hitched into a mule train in Guthrie, Oklahoma, with an applied texture. This image was taken at Oklahoma's Centennial parade some years ago. These were beautiful, hard-working mules and it was a delight to see them harnessed up and pulling a wagon. I chose to only show the mules because one of the drivers wasn't quite in period clothing.
When America was settled, often families gathered into wagon trains to go from the eastern part of the country to points west. Some went to pan or mine for gold, others were simply looking for land to settle, farm and raise their families. These were tough, working people who had the grit to face tough times. They often faced hostile native Indians during their journeys. Mules, along with horses, or oxen, were often used to pull wagons loaded with family belongings.
Word would get out that a new wagon train was forming, and people met at a central area to head west together. There was safety in numbers.
When under attack, they would "circle the wagons" which gave them a way to face the enemy with no vulnerable points.
I've always been sympathetic to both sides, because after all, the settlers were invading Indian land and disturbing a way of life. On the settlers side, they just wanted to peaceably settle and farm their plot of land.
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March 14th, 2013
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Yorkton, SK - Canada
Hi Betty...I like your image. A wonderful subject and presented very well. Nicely photographed...Cheers Bob fv
Brunswick, GA - United States
Very unique image, not only the subjects but they're moving toward you.Exceptional photography. L/F and following.
Smithfield, VA - United States
Oops, Blame it on me being tired, or just not paying attenion, but the last few words were not really words...they were simply all typos...Please forgive.
Betty LaRue replied:
Anne, I can't tell you how many times my typing fingers have slipped to the wrong keys, forgetaboutit! :)
Smithfield, VA - United States
Betty, I'm glad you retireved this fabulous image from your hard drive. This is a magnificent image, just full of energy and power. The treatment that you employed with your computer skills rendered a perfect image. Thank you for gracious remarks. I always enjoy reading your comments. (Also I am glad you shared the descrition with us.) F/V ebd abd obd oiw
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