Salmon Workers at Columbia River Packing Association 1941

In September 1941, workers at the Columbia River Packing Association in Astoria, Oregon, handle boxes of freshly caught salmon. This scene illustrates the importance of the fishing and canning industry to the local economy. Astoria, situated at the mouth of the Columbia River, has a rich maritime history and has long been a hub for fishing activities.

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