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Remington, Frederic, 1861-1909
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Landscape with Birch Trees
The Coureur de Bois and the Indian
Voyageur holding paddle
Voyageur
Voyageurs portaging canoe
Voyageurs around a campfire
Voyageurs in a canoe
Landscape with Birch Trees
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Drawing by Frederic Remington. Paper birch trees grow well in the cool climate of the upper Great Lakes. The bark, which peels off in large sheets, can be used to make canoes.
The Coureur de Bois and the Indian
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A fur trader stands by a birch bark canoe and shakes the hand of an Indian. A second fur trader is seated in the canoe.
Voyageur holding paddle
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Drawing by Frederic Remington of a voyageur holding his paddle, which is almost as tall as he is. His other hand is hooked onto his braided sash, which typically held pipes, pouches of tobacco, and other supplies. A vest, leather footgear, and a jaunty cap with a tassel complete his outfit.
Voyageur
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A drawing by Frederic Remington of a voyageur. A vest, leather footgear, and a jaunty cap with a tassel complete his outfit.
Voyageurs portaging canoe
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Drawing by Frederic Remington. Large packs of supplies and goods were carried overland, sometimes for miles, on the backs of the voyageurs, when necessary.
Voyageurs around a campfire
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Drawing by Frederic Remington. Firelight reflects on the weary faces of the voyageurs as they enjoy smoking their pipes at the end of the day.
Voyageurs in a canoe
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Drawing by Frederic Remington. Sometimes the voyageurs transported passengers, as well as cargo.
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