A stone arched bridge crosses the Tagus River at Garrovillas, Spain. The landscape behind the bridge is mountainous and dotted with trees. People are standing in the river washing below the bridge. 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.
Taken from the Rio Tajo station near Estremadura looking out towards the landscape behind the station which is rocky agriculture fields and mountains rising in the background. Piles of wood are stacked next to two trees near the station. 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.
Peneplain that has been severely eroded by water and cuts down an embankment. A stone wall can be seen at the top of the embankment with trees growing behind it. 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.
Landscape of agricultural fields in the foreground and hills rising in the background. In the distance a castle sits on top of a hill behind a grove of cork trees. The terrain is rocky and has patches of trees and scrub brush. 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.
People standing outside a stone building with roman arched doorways. Children are playing on the sidewalk while a man and a woman hold younger children. A girl with a water jug stands near the man and another girl with a basket full of parcels stands near the woman. 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.
Mule working a noria. Train tracks can be seen in the foreground and foliage can be seen surrounding the mule. 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.
Looking down in the river gorge above Puente. The valley is rocky and very steep. A boat can be seen floating in the middle of 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.
Looking out across the Tagus River from Toledo at the Puento San Martin and the stone bridge. The landscape is hilly and rocky. 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.
The Tagus River emerging from the gorge below. The landscape around the river is heavy with foliage and relatively flat. Mountains can be seen 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.
Overhead look of Toledo and the Mesa where the Tagus River meets the city. Houses can be seen on the hills which are full of trees and shrubs. Mountains can be seen 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.
Alcantara bridge leading into Toledo, Spain. A woman on a horse can be seen crossing the bridge which appears to be uneven and rocky. The bridge has blockades on it to prevent motorized traffic. 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.
Toledo, Spain. Stone bridge leading into the city. People can be seen walking on the dirt road running perpendicular to the bridge. Alcazar, a stone fortress located at the highest point in Toledo, can be seen in the background. The architecture style is Romanesque. 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.
Overhead look of cultivated fields and hills in the background. An olive tree grove can be seen in the background along with houses in the middle of the fields. 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.
Toledo, Spain. View of the city and the stone bridge leading into the city. It is noted that the road is unsafe for carriage travel. 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.
Toledo, Spain. View of the river valley outside of the town. A new stone bridge can be seen crossing the river, and it is noted the the new bridge was built in 1933. Alcazar looking onto the Tagus River. The style is Romanesque. 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.
Streetscape of a stone street with trees lining the sidewalk. Row houses can be seen on either side of the street. Pedestrians are walking on the sidewalk and in the 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.
Front entrance of a row house in Madrid. It is noted that the image depicts the door of Jorge Juan 29 - Viuda de Medina. 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.
Landscape of farming fields and hills with trees lining a dirt road. A house can be seen at the end of the dirt road and mountains can be seen 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.
Sitting inside the restaurant "El Rana Verde." Tables and chairs can be seen spread out inside the restaurant and under the patio overhang. 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.
Irrigation canal and ditch. A wooden dam can be seen blocking the water flow in the ditch. 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.
Boats are moored to a canal wall above the dam in Aranjuez. It is noted that the boats are motorized. Foliage lines the water's edge. 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.
Streetscape of a dirt road and dirt sidewalks. Shade trees line the street on both sides and a woman and boy can be seen walking down the street. The shade trees are planted in shallow ditches presumably to collect water. 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.
Farming fields spreading out on relatively flat ground. The fields have been cultivated. 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.
Farming fields near the Tagus River. It is noted that this is the Vega of the Tagus. The fields have been cultivated and harvested. Buildings can be seen in the background. The area is generally flat which is ideal for farming. 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.
Streetscape with children at a well in the middle of the street. Trucks can be seen loaded with bundles of wheat. Men are sitting in the shadow of the building along the street. Mountains can be seen 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.
Streetscape with women and girls at a well to the right and mules drinking at a trough to the left. Adobe buildings can be seen in the background. Mountains rise behind the houses. A truck is loaded with bundles. 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.
Streetscape with men walking in the street. A police officer is seen standing next to two men under a tree. A well can be seen in the middle of the street. A metal and stone wall can be seen blocking off the 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.
Threshing field. Men can be seen walking towards the threshing field. Bales of hay can be seen stacked beside the threshing field. Mountains can be seen 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.
Mules drinking from a trough outside of an adobe house with a clay tile roof. A man is sitting on top of one of the mules at the trough. 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.
Mountainscape with a dirt road and a dirt road shortcut leading to Sacedon. Electrical poles line the roadway. 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.
View of the Tagus River and its banks. A mill can be seen in the background and it is noted the the mill sits above the power dam on the Tagus. 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.
Rocky mountainside along a dirt road. It is noted the the cliffs are along the Tagus 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.
Mountainscape showing a dam on the Tagus River. A dirt road can be seen beside 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.
Rocky mountainside along a dirt road. It is noted that the cliffs are above the Tagus River road. 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.
Mountainscape image with the Tagus River and a stone bridge in the foreground. A dirt road leads up the to bridge. 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.
Mountainscape showing a power plant on the Tagus River to the left. A dirt road can be seen to the right. 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.
Looking at a mountainside with an olive tree grove. Railroad tracks can be seen above the road. 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.
Mountainscape with the Tagus River and stone bridge in the foreground. 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.
Mountainscape image with river valley. Olive trees can be seen in the foreground and houses can be seen across the river along with a wheat field that has been cut and harvested. 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.
The wheat village of Tendilla, Spain. Streetscape of Spanish rowhouses. To men can be standing in the doorway of one of the houses. A mountain rises in the background behind the houses. The sidewalk outside of some of the homes is collapsed. 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.
Streetscape of Spanish row houses. A woman can be seen walking under the awnings of the houses carrying a pot. It is noted that this is a wheat 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.
Valley of Tagus in the background. Two men can be seen outside of a stone building. A dirt road can be seen outside of the building. 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.
A man sits outside of an adobe house covered in vines. Another man rides a donkey past the house. A dirt road lined with trees goes off into the distance and the Valley of Tajuno can be seen 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.
Landscape of the Valley of Tajuno. A threshing field can be seen beyond the cultivated field in the foreground and houses dot the landscape. 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.
Landscape of the Valley of Henares from a moving bus. Cultivated fields can be seen extending to the mountain range in the background and trees are dispersed amongst the rows of plants. 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.
Street Scene with a donkey and a cart that is used for collecting garbage. A driver rings a bell and people bring out their garbage to be taken away on the cart. People can be seen walking along the sidewalks. 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.
Streetscape in Guadalajara. Women can be seen walking along the sidewalk and a car is parked on the opposite side of the street outside of the Palace Hotel. The building is Classically inspired. It is noted the the floors of the Palace Hotel are scoured white. 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.
Rooftops and screened windows on 4 story buildings. The roofs are made of clay tile roofing and the windows are covered with wooden screens. A rooftop garden can be seen on the tallest building. 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.
Streetscape where pedestrians are walking on the sidewalks and in the street. Men can be seen sitting around a table under a tree in the foreground. Two narrow streets diverge and create a V'd corner within the 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.
Taken from the vantage point of a train car. Three men and a boy can be seen next to a wagon piled with bundles and wares. Cultivated fields can be seen behind them and in the background houses dot the mountainscape. It is noted that the Fadrawue and Castle can be seen 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.
Meduia Celi to NE. Taken from the vantage point of a train car. Mountainscape with visible layers of rock and sediment. It is noted that there are layers under the lake bed. 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.
Taken from a moving train. A mountainscape with irrigated fields in the foreground and houses sitting on the side of a hill. Trees grow in between the cultivated rows. 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.
Morta de Talona. An underground house with a stone wall and entrance is built into the side of a hill. A stone building can be seen sitting on top of the hill. A road leads away from the house. 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.
Streetscape of Calle Miguel Flinken in Guadalajara. Pedestrians can be seen walking on the sidewalks and in the street. A truck is parked along the sidewalk further down the street. Classical inspired architecture can be seen lining the 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.
Streetscape of Calle Major in Zaragoza. Pedestrians can be seen walking on the sidewalks and in the streets as they pass shops. A woman selling shoes can be seen in the foreground. The street is narrow and winding. 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.
A man is filling holes around the bases of the trees with water, presumably irrigating them. A stone and iron fence wall runs along the sidewalk and blocks off houses front the 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.
A tapia, or a mud or adobe wall. It is broken down in several places and it is noted that this is a typical occurrence.The road running alongside the wall appears to be built up with dirt on the side and trees grow in the ditch next to the road. 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.
Canal or ditch that is running alongside a stone wall that is surrounding a Huerta. It is noted that the ground along the canal is uneven and has bad footing. 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.
View of a house with tile roofing. A clothesline can be seen in the grove of trees outside of the house. A small field can be seen in the foreground with trees growing in between the plowed rows. It is noted the the wall in the right of the picture is the Tapia Wall. 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.
A field of corn can be seen to the left and a tilled field to the right. A man is breaking clods of dirt halfway down the field. An Italianate style building can be seen behind the field. 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 of a boy in Zaragoza, Spain. It is noted that the picture was taken outside the huerta, opposite of the gate. Row houses can be seen behind the boy and a metal fence closes off the entrances from the sidewalk. 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.
Gate and wall the encloses a huerta in Zaragoza, Spain. Three boys are standing on the sidewalk outside of the huerta and trees line the sidewalk. 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.
A huerta in Zaragoza, Spain. Irrigation trenches run along the rows of plants and trees are growing in between the rows. 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.
A farmer leads his goats through town and they are walking on the sidewalk and in the street as two women walk past the herd. 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.
A gate blocking water from entering a Huerta behind the stone wall. The gate acts as a dam until the water is needed to 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.
A gate is lifted to allow water to flow from one ditch to another for irrigation. The gate acts as a dam until the water is needed. It is noted that the gate is for the imperial canal. 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.
A man walks beside a corn (maize) field. The corner of the field is a low spot and the corn is stunted due to flooding. It is noted that the image depicts 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.
Threshing machine used to harvest wheat. Men can be seen sitting on and standing next to the machine. A raking pallet is attached to the donkey. 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 of a stone archway that is noted to be the only gate left into the city. The Puerta de Carmen can be seen behind the arch. Pedestrians can be seen walking on the sidewalk and in the street. A horse and buggy can be seen on the 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.
Streetscape with pedestrians walking past shops and stands. A fruit stand can be seen sitting on the sidewalk and a woman is buying produce. To the left a grassy park area can be seen and it is noted that the palm trees are being watered. 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 of a stone bridge crossing the river near Zaragoza. Pedestrians can be seen walking along the bridge. Boys are playing on the sand flats near a central pillar in the middle of 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.
Looking through the trees at a stone bridge crossing the river. Boys can be seen sitting on the bank of the river and playing on a sand flat in the middle of the river. Men are fishing in the river. Italianate architecture can be seen 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.
A ferry with an engine can be seen floating on the Ebro River in Zaragoza, Spain. It is noted the ferry previously was powered using the current of the river and wind. Men and boys are standing on a sidewalk looking over a railing at the ferry. Men can be seen sitting on the ferry presumably as the boat leaves the bank.
Street scene with Classically inspired architecture buildings lining the street on either side. Pedestrians can be seen walking along the sidewalks and shops selling various wares can also be seen along the street.
Overhead view of agricultural fields. Sheep and goats can be seen crossing into a new field to the left. An Italian style building can be seen behind the fields along with outbuildings. More houses can be seen sitting on a bluff in the mountains in the background.
