Dublin Core
Title
International Boundary and Water Commission line and illegal crossing path, near Pharr Corporate area along Rio Grande
Subject
rivers
borders (boundaries)
river crossing (activity)
footpaths
Description
The character of the landscape along the Rio Grande is determined by its use, even if only as a place to cross. Millions of what were then pejoratively called"wet-backs," mojados, "illegal aliens," or more appropriately undocumented workers attempt to cross the river each year, and many are successful. Crossings occur on foot, by inner-tube, handmade raft, boat, mule, horse, rope, or just about any method imaginable. The International Boundary and Water Commission establishes gauge lines and stations to monitor the flow and salinity of the river water. These footprints are leading from the river.
La Paloma Quadrangle: Texas -Cameron Co.; 7.5 minute series; #6
Creator
Goin, Peter
Source
Peter Goin Collection (MS 733)
Date
Undated
Rights
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Format
JPEG
Type
Image
Identifier
A55_TracingtheLine.jpg
Coverage
Cameron County, TX
Still Image Item Type Metadata
Original Format
TIFF