English: Structure at Independence Mines, Alaska as it appeared in 2018 This image captures one of the historical structures associated with the Independence Mines, located in the Talkeetna Mountains of Alaska. The photograph, taken in 2018, shows the aged wooden structure partially enveloped by snow, with its weathered walls standing in stark contrast to the pristine white landscape. The building appears to be an old mine building, possibly used during the gold rush era. The backdrop offers a panoramic view of the majestic Alaskan mountains under a serene sky, illustrating the remote and rugged environment in which these mines operated.