William Besson Iron Ore Prospector Winton Minnesota 1937

William Besson, a veteran iron ore prospector, puts on his boots near Winton, Minnesota, in August 1937. In the 1930s, iron ore mining was vital to the local economy in Saint Louis County. Prospectors like Besson played a crucial role in extracting ore that fueled industries and supported the growth of nearby communities.

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