10th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest The American Experience
The Old West was tamed by a tough breed of people and their animals. In order to do so, they relied heavily on blacksmiths. Pictured is a sign for a former blacksmith in the historic town of Virginia

The Old West was tamed by a tough breed of people and their animals. In order to do so, they relied heavily on blacksmiths. Pictured is a sign for a former blacksmith in the historic town of Virginia City, Montana.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 04.2012
Date Uploaded: 04.2012
Photo Location: Virginia City, Montana, United States of America
Camera: Canon EOS REBEL T3i
Copyright: © Mark Eisenbeil