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The Collision in the Channel, Boats Ashore on Chesil Bank (engraving)
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The Collision in the Channel, Boats Ashore on Chesil Bank (engraving)
1589642 The Collision in the Channel, Boats Ashore on Chesil Bank (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Collision in the Channel, Boats Ashore on Chesil Bank. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 22 September 1877.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23391634
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Ashore Channel Collision Dorset English Channel Lifeboats Portland Shipwrecks Sinking Accidents Chesil Bank
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This print captures the dramatic scene of "The Collision in the Channel, Boats Ashore on Chesil Bank". Created by an English School artist in the 19th century, this engraving showcases a chaotic maritime accident that occurred off the coast of Dorset. The image was originally published as an illustration for The Illustrated London News on September 22,1877. In this artwork, we witness a collision between two ships amidst turbulent waters. One can almost feel the tension and panic as boats are thrown ashore onto Chesil Bank, their fate hanging precariously between survival and sinking. The rugged coastline serves as a stark reminder of nature's power and unpredictability. Lifeboats rush to aid those caught in this disastrous event while a tugboat struggles to bring order to the chaos. This image not only depicts a momentous accident but also highlights the bravery and resilience of seafarers who risked their lives to save others during such calamities. "The Collision in the Channel" is more than just a historical record; it is an evocative portrayal of human vulnerability against nature's might. It reminds us of both our dependence on maritime transport and its inherent dangers. Through this engraving, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand one of many tragic shipwrecks that have shaped our understanding of coastal life along England's shores.
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