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.
Image from a published source. aerial picture of Huanchaco on the river Chimana in Peru. The landscape is relatively flat and arid. It is noted the town is abandoned for surf. 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 Coisco Bay in Peru. The landscape is mountainous and arid. The small town spreads out around the port. 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 Port of Mollendo in Peru. It is noted that the railroad system goes to Arequipe and Bolivia. The town is built onto the bluff near the sea and the land spreading out from the port is hilly and bare. 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. Image of Callao Harbor in Peru. It is noted the image shows French mole and a new breakwater. Ships wait in the bay while others are moored to the docks. A small city spans out away from the harbor with italianate impaired architecture. 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 Paramonga, Peru, near Supe Harbor. The image is of a super estate with warehouse buildings and commercial goods loading areas. The land around the estate is relatively flat and bare. 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 Supe Harbor in Peru. It is noted there is no shelter and the ships use canchas for coaling. The landscape around the port is hilly and sparse. Ships can be seen waiting in the bay and cargo is stacked on 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. A peasant's home in Central Chile. A man is riding a horse next to a straw thatch house. Chickens and a dog can be seen in the barnyard. 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. Landscape of large trees in the Adelaide Archipelago in Patagonia, Spain. Foliage grows at the base of the trees but two tall pines trees and another large trees are the prominent focal points of the picture. 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. Landscape of dense foliage and chiloe trees. The trees create a tropical appearance and ground foliage is dense around the 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. Landscape of a desert or steppe area in Central Chile. Cacti and small scrub brushes grow on the arid 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.
Image from a published source. Landscape of Coihue and Beechwood trees in Southern Chile. An exposed river bed can be seen in the foreground and dense ground cover grows on the banks. 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.
Image from a published source. An example of the Coihue tree near Chilean in the Andes of Chile. There is a lot of dense ground foliage surrounding the large tree. 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. Rainfall measurement and topography map of South Chile. 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. Landscape of a densely wooded area in South Chile. It is noted that this is a varied mixed woods near volcano Lima. 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. Landscape of a log cabin sitting next to a lake with pine trees in the background. A mountain can be seen behind the pine trees and the land around the lake is dense with 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. Tillage and vegetation map. 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. Landscape of pine trees in the Araucaria of Nahuelvuta in South Chile. The pine grove is dense and has a lot of undergrowth. 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. Landscape scene on cows grazing in a pasture that is a natural opening in the woods. The landscape is hilly and sparse with mountains 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.
Mountainscape of Iglesia Pass at Juncal, Chile in the Andes mountain range. The dirt path is covered in snow and zigzags across the landscape. The mountains are covered in snow and the landscape is very rocky with little foliage.
