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Accommodation for this 1910 work crew in the Rockies is typical of the logging, construction and mining camps throughout Canada where immigrants found work. A Swedish foreman, for example, would often hire a Swedish crew, not only so that they would understand his instructions but also because Swedes had a reputation for being hard workers. The man standing on the left, wearing a bowtie, held the position that could make or break a work camp. He was the cook. Previous | Photo Album Home | Next
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