The shoreline of Lake Huron at Port Austin, Michigan. Large rock formations have been created by erosion and now line the shoreline. A beach separates the tree and water lines and it is noted that the waves have undermined the rocks on the shoreline.
Landscape of the Lake Huron shoreline near Port Austin, Michigan. Over time, large boulders have been created on the shoreline and they have become cross bedded by erosion. Trees grow along the shoreline. It is noted that the sandstone in this area is Marshall Sandstone.
A man stands on a large boulder near the shores of Lake Huron in Port Austin, Michigan. It is noted that the rocks in this area are Marshall sandstone. Trees grow along the shoreline and boulders line the beach.
A broken rock formation on the shores of Lake Huron in Port Austin, Michigan. The waves have undermined the rocks so that they have become split and there is a small beach in between them. Trees and lichen grow on the rocks.
Image from a published source. Orinoco River running through the Venezuelan rain forest. Dense foliage covers the river bank. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. View of Caracas, Venezuela at the base of mountains in the background. The city is very spread out with very few tall buildings. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. Two images, one of a mountain in Venezuela and the other of the flat topped coast range. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. Peasant houses in Uruguay. A man leads a team of oxen as they till a field outside of the houses. The structures are one story buildings with thatch roofs and are made of an adobe material. A woman can be seen feeding the chickens in the background. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. A row of tall palm trees creates a corridor in Ecuador on the way to Pichincha. A dirt path runs between the rows of trees. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial image of a mountainscape in Ecuador overlooking Pichincha to the N.W. The mountains are covered in foliage but very few trees. A winding road can be seen going up the side of the one of the ridges. Cultivated land can be seen in the valley of the mountains. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial image of a mountainscape in Ecuador. Cultivated land can be seen marked out on the side of one of the mountains and in the valley. There are very few trees. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. Mountainscape of a paramo, or a high elevation tropical landscape, with Cayambi mountain in the background at 23,000'. The landscape is sparse with no trees and very short vegetation. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. Workers stand next to coffee plants being shaded by banana trees in Costa Rica. The workers are holding large shovels and appear to be digging a trench, likely for irrigation. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. Workers stack burlap bags of coffee beans on a riverbank in Colombia, awaiting transport. On top of the hill straw thatch roof houses line the walkway and trees partially cover the riverbank. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. A man and two children are sitting by a manioc plant with bananas surrounding them. The manioc plant is native to tropical areas and is a woody root crop. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. A man and a woman are carrying firewood on their backs into town in Colombia. They are both working class people and are wearing workers clothing. Behind them, straw roofed houses line the dirt street. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. River scene with mountains covered in dense foliage and straw huts in the foreground. The houses are built right next to the river and are worked into the natural landscape. Further down the river bank, frame houses can be seen sitting next to the river. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. Mountainscape of the Puerto Barrioto Medellin in Colombia. The valley is covered in dense foliage and buildings sit in between the mountains. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. An Indian weaver is sitting on a rock making a rug or poncho in Bolivia. The weaver is using a type of loom called a backstrap loom, where the warps are stretched between two pieces of wood. He is using a shuttles to weave material through the warps. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. A bark canoe being made on the bank of the Madeira river in Bolivia. Three men can be seen rowing a bark boat on the river to show how the boat works. It is noted the Madeira river runs through the rainforest of Bolivia. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. A man and his horse are pictured standing near a grove of palm trees growing in a swamp in Bolivia. The landscape is bare except for the palm trees. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. A llama train on Paranco near La Paz, Bolivia. Native farmers can be seen walking with two donkeys away from the llamas and the landscape in the background is mountainous and rugged. Small houses are grouped in the background and make up a small community. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. A man is working a team of oxen on an open air threshing floor in the highland valley of Peru. The landscape is mountainous and rugged dense vegetation covering the mountainside.
Indians of the lowlands of eastern Peru who are rubber gatherers. Three men, two women, and four children stand outside of a grass hut. Their clothing is mostly ponchos and one man has a hat and pants on. The women are wearing beaded necklaces.
Image from a published source. Picture of a rug maker who comes to live with the people he is making the rug for in Cotopuasi, Peru. He is wearing a silky vest and long sleeve shirt with rolled up pants and no shoes. The rug he is making is attached to a log loom and a ball of twine sits on the ground at the base of the loom. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of the northern portion of Guano Island in Peru. The black patches seen on the side of the mountain are birds. A dock extends from the island on the opposite side and boats can be seen near the dock. The landscape is rugged and barren. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. Guano island near Ancon, Peru. Birds cover the face of the island and can be seen in the water surrounding the island. A collection of Guanayes can be seen in the background, and they are one of the chief sources of fertilizer guano. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of Asia Island, 20 miles south of Chilca, Peru. The island is barren and hilly. It is noted that birds are killed by vultures. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of Nevado de Chachani at 20,000', 25 miles east of Arequipa, Peru. Several roads wind their way up and down the mountains and clouds create shadows on the mountain faces. The landscape is rugged and mountainous. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of Lacado head, south of Huarmey B., Peru. The landscape is mountainous with sand dunes covering part of the landscape. It is also very barren with little foliage. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of a bad coastline in Peru. Mountains cover the coast and they are covered in dense foliage. A beach surrounds the base of the mountains. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of the coast line between Ancon and Callao, Peru. To biplanes fly near the ground, which is covered in a habitual mist. Waves hit the coast line. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of the hills bordering Samanco Bay, Peru. Clouds obscure most of the landscape and create shadows on the mountainsides. The landscape is very rugged and mountainous. It is noted the elevation is 12,000'. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of the coast range north of Mollendo, Peru. Behind the mountain range, it is noted that there are desert pampas. The landscape is mountainous and rugged with densely forested mountain caps. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of the coast range in north of Camana, Peru. Mountains create a steep incline where the range starts with the seaward slope. The landscape is mountainous and rugged, but also hilly and barren at the base of the range. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of the coast range at 3,000', the Andes in the background at 18,000', El Misti and Machu Picchu. The landscape is mountainous and rugged with densely forested peaks. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of the coast range north of Mollendo, Peru. The landscape is rugged and mountainous. Clouds cast shadows on the mountainsides. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of the crater of El Misti, a volcano near Arequipa, Peru. It is noted there have not been any eruptions since conquest and that the elevation of the volcano is 19,000'. Some snow cover the top of the crater but mostly the volcano is bare and rocky. The landscape behind the volcano is hilly and rugged. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. El Misti, a volcano near Arequipa, Peru. The photo was taken from the northeast and shows the smooth cone of the volcano where there is no snow other than at the top. A passing cloud casts a shadow on the volcano and the landscape around the volcano is rugged and hilly. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
El Misti, a volcano near Arequipa, Peru. Snow caps can be seen on top of the volcano and in the valley around the volcano, the town of Arequipa and cultivated fields cover the landscape.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of the Eastern Andes in Peru. The mountainscape is very densely forested and it is noted that this area receives a lot of rainfall. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of the Perene river headwaters of the Pachitea River in Eastern Peru. It is noted this area of the river is approximately 200 miles northeast from Lima. The landscape is densely forested and the river cuts through the forest. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture likely of the Pachitea River in Peru. It is noted the picture shows the Puerto Bermudez. The river winds through the heavily forested landscape and does not appear to be very deep, as a sand bank can be seen in the middle of the river near the clear cut area of the forest where the port sits. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of the Pachitea River in Peru. A machine, or maquina, can be seen sitting on the bank. It is noted that the area is too forested and a failed colony used to be here. There is some clear cut ground near the machine, presumably where the colony was. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of the new port of Samanco, Peru from the south. It is noted the picture is showing two coast terraces. The landscape is mountainous and rugged, with the loading docks built in the valley of a mountain. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of the new port constructed in 1925 at Samanco, Peru. The landscape is rugged and mountainous. Loading docks can be seen near the pier. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of Casma Bay, Peru. A small town can be seen in the valley of the mountain and the plateau. The landscape is rugged and mountainous. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of Santa Head mountain in Santa Valley, Peru. It is noted that mountain helps irrigate the valley and the terraces on the mountain have been abandoned. The landscape is mountainous and rugged. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. A map showing the country around Lima, Peru. The map is marked with main irrigation canals, railways, and electric railways along with elevation markings. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. A map showing the coast north of Ariquipa, Peru. The topography of the region is displayed with elevation markings and river's going through the mountains. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. A map showing the air routes of Peru. Labels include routes that are still operational from when this map was published and routes were being projected for use. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. A map showing the coastal region of Peru. Labels irrigated land, desert plains, the crest of the western cordillera, and railways. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of the Chillon Valley, north of Lima, Peru. In the left top hand corner a figure note explains that the image is a collection of pictures taken of the Chillon Valley, used to show the topography of the land. There is a mix of mountains, plains and valleys that make up the Chillon Valley. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of Lower Chillon Valley, Peru. The landscape is relatively flat and covered in cultivated fields. To the right, mountains can be seen next to the valley. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of Rimae Valley and a biplane in the foreground. The landscape is relatively flat and covered in cultivated fields, while mountains rise behind the valley. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of the Naranjal coffee plantation south of Lima, Peru in Chanchmayo Valley. The landscape is hilly and densely covered in foliage. Cultivated fields surround the plantation. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of upper and main Colca Valley in Peru. It is noted the picture was taken north of El Misti. The landscape is mountainous and rugged, with terraced fields built into the valley. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of a pre-colonial fort near Fort Aleja which is North of Supe in Peru. The fort can be seen sitting on top of a prominent hill, with cultivated fields surrounding it. The landscape is mountainous and rugged. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of Moche, Peru. Cultivated fields surround the town, which is constructed using a grid system. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of a town built in the valley of a mountainous landscape near Lima, Peru. Cultivated fields spread out around the town. Two rivers diverge near the town. The landscape is mountainous and rugged. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of a town built in the valley of two mountains. The landscape is heavily terraced for farming and the cultivated fields spread out around the town center. The landscape is rugged and mountainous. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of sand dunes behind Ancon, Peru. The landscape is barren and mountainous with giant sand dunes covering large parts of the land. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of Ancon and the barren sandy hills behind the town in Peru. The town is built right on the ocean and spreads out around the port. The landscape is mountainous and sparse. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
aerial picture of Camana, Peru. The town sits in a valley of the mountains and it is noted the picture was taken two miles from the C. River, west of Arequipa. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of Camana Valley in Peru with the Andes mountain range in the background. The valley between the mountains is very flat and is cultivated for agriculture. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of Cuzco, Peru with mountains in the background. The town sits in the valley between the mountains and cultivated fields spread out around the town. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of Masisea port on the Ucayali River, Peru. The landscape is covered with dense foliage and the town is built right on the river. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of Ancon, which is a bathing resort near Lima, Peru. The landscape is generally flat and arid except for the town boundaries. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of Port Huacho in Huaura, Peru. Cultivated fields spread out around the town. Boats can be seen in the bay, moored near the pier. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of Pascasmayo Port in Jequetepeque Valley, Peru. Ships can be seen in the bay while others are moored near the pier. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of a seaside town at Lamayeque Pier, Peru. It is noted that the peir is 1746' long. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
