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Although roads go largely unnoticed, much of British Columbia was developed only after roads and highways were built.Few photographs were taken specifically of roads, but in many cases they are seen in the background of other photos. Only now do we realize the extraordinary nature of some of these roads. It is due to their appearance that we have a lasting record of these transportation routes.
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Plank roads1920
Northern British Columbia, Canada
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As sawmills began to develop in Northern BC, unique methods of extracting wood also needed to be developed. These temporary plank roads were devised as one way to move logs overland.4
Moving the Penny Station on a winter road1946
Northern British Columbia, Canada
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Many pictures were taken to document the movement of Penny Station to the Museum in 1986. This spectacular image of a winter road was inadvertantely captured during the move.6
Picture showing the land that was cleared in order to build Highway 16.1949
Northern British Columbia, Canada
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This picture shows land cleared to build Highway 16, which took place between 1945 and 1949 and contributed significantly to the efficiency of overland transport in the region.8
Penny Station21 December 2005
Railway and Forestry Museum , Prince George, British Columbia, Canada
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Located in Penny, BC for 41 years, this building often served as a gathering place and communications centre for members of the community.10
St. Paul's Hiking Club at Mt. Robson Station in the summer of 1915.1915
Mt. Robson Station, British Columbia, Canada
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This photograph depicts the St. Pauls' Hiking Club at Mt. Robson Station in the summer of 1915 preparing for their next adventure.12
Waitresses taking a break outsid the McBride Station, circa 1950.1950
McBride, British Columbia, Canada
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The steady flow of travelers and locals made the train stations great locations for restaurants. Here, waitresses take a break outside the McBride Station, circa 1950.14
Fort George Station, circa 19141914
Fort George Station, British Columbia, Canada
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