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An Accident in Santander, Divers Looking for the Bodies of the Victims, illustration from Le Petit Journal, 25th November 1893 (coloured engraving)
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An Accident in Santander, Divers Looking for the Bodies of the Victims, illustration from Le Petit Journal, 25th November 1893 (coloured engraving)
XIR217564 An Accident in Santander, Divers Looking for the Bodies of the Victims, illustration from Le Petit Journal, 25th November 1893 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: fire broke out on the commercial ship Cabo-Machchichaco, the crew of the liner Alphonse III, tried to help; first ship was smuggling petroleum in the hold which caused a terrible explosion; )
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This coloured engraving from the 19th century, titled "An Accident in Santander, Divers Looking for the Bodies of the Victims" offers a haunting glimpse into a tragic event that unfolded in Spain's historic port city. The illustration, originally featured in Le Petit Journal on November 25th, 1893, depicts divers diligently searching for the bodies of victims following an appalling accident. The catastrophe occurred when fire erupted aboard the commercial ship Cabo-Machchichaco. In a desperate attempt to assist, crew members from the liner Alphonse III rushed to aid those onboard. However, unbeknownst to them, the ill-fated vessel was clandestinely transporting petroleum in its hold. This illicit cargo ignited and unleashed a devastating explosion that shook Santander to its core. The image captures both the desperation and determination of these brave divers as they navigate through murky waters in search of lost souls. Their valiant efforts serve as a poignant reminder of human resilience even amidst tragedy and death. As we gaze upon this historical engraving now preserved within a private collection, we are transported back to that fateful day when sorrow engulfed this Spanish harbor. It stands as an enduring testament not only to this specific incident but also to countless similar tragedies throughout Europe's maritime history. Through this artwork by French School artists and its inclusion within Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are granted access to moments frozen in time - reminders of our shared humanity and our capacity for both triumph
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