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Some of the Comic Elements in the Grounding of a Troopship (engraving)
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Some of the Comic Elements in the Grounding of a Troopship (engraving)
1061412 Some of the Comic Elements in the Grounding of a Troopship (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some of the Comic Elements in the Grounding of a Troopship. Illustration for The Graphic, 19 January 1884.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22212542
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Blunt Bump Carpenter Colonel Compartment Drowned Forsaken Grounded Grounding Hearing Leak Observe Passengers Promise Reporting Reports Spirits Tommy Troopship Unmarried Yards Cissie Revive
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This engraving titled "Some of the Comic Elements in the Grounding of a Troopship" takes us back to the 19th century, providing a glimpse into a humorous and eventful moment during a military maritime journey. The illustration was originally featured in The Graphic on January 19,1884. In this comical scene, we witness the aftermath of a troopship grounding. A group of passengers, including soldiers and civilians alike, are seen gathered together after surviving the ordeal. Their expressions range from shock to amusement as they exchange stories and observations about their misadventure. The artist skillfully captures various comic elements within this chaotic setting. We see Mr Chips reporting on the grounded ship while others listen with great interest or disbelief. Unmarried men known as "bweakers" appear to be making promises amidst good fellowship and banter. A leaky compartment adds an additional layer of humor as carpenters attempt to fix it before anyone drowns. Amidst all these amusing interactions, there is also an underlying sense of danger and uncertainty. Reports suggest that some individuals may have drowned or perished due to unfortunate circumstances caused by the grounding. Overall, this print offers both entertainment and insight into life at sea during that era – showcasing moments filled with laughter, camaraderie, unexpected events, and confounded monotony interrupted by bumps along the way. It serves as a reminder that even in challenging situations like ship groundings, human spirit prevails through humor and resilience
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