Sea Adventure: The "Carolina" Affair (colour litho)

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Sea Adventure: The "Carolina" Affair (colour litho)

8668754 Sea Adventure: The "Carolina" Affair (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The "Carolina" Affair. In 1837, when part of Canada was in a state of rebellion, the American steamer Carolina (or as some historians give it, Caroline) was engaged in gun-running operations. As the local authorities were unable or unwilling to stop her, Colonel MacNab sent a small party led by Commander A Drew, RN to destroy the vessel. He managed to take her in a particularly dashing action, cutting her away from her moorings under the guns of Fort Schlosser. After removing her people, he set her on fire and let her drift over Niagara Falls, a huge blazing torch, the awe-inspiring sight of which had a great moral effect on the rebels and their sympathisers. Illustration for one of a set of 50 cigarette cards on the subject of Sea Adventure, issued by Hignett Brothers in 1939.); © Look and Learn

Media ID 38111538

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America Continent Brazier Braziers Fires Flame Niagara Falls

EDITORS COMMENTS
This vibrant colour lithograph captures the dramatic events of the "Carolina" Affair, a daring sea adventure that took place in 1837 during a time of rebellion in Canada. The American steamer Carolina was involved in gun-running operations, prompting Colonel MacNab to take action. A small party led by Commander A Drew, RN successfully destroyed the vessel in a bold and dashing maneuver under the guns of Fort Schlosser. The image shows the Carolina engulfed in flames as it drifts over Niagara Falls, creating a spectacular and awe-inspiring sight that had a profound impact on rebels and sympathizers alike. This historical event is depicted with vivid detail and intensity, capturing the bravery and determination of those involved. Issued as part of a set of cigarette cards on Sea Adventure by Hignett Brothers in 1939, this print offers a glimpse into an important moment in maritime history. The fiery destruction of the Carolina serves as a reminder of the power and danger that can accompany acts of rebellion at sea. It is both a testament to human courage and ingenuity, as well as a cautionary tale about the consequences of defying authority on the high seas.

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