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Abandoning Ship
30th August 1909: Passengers transfer from the Cunard liner SS Mauretania to the ships tender, before reaching the shore at Fishguard, Pembroke. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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Topical Press Agency
Media ID 10868426
1900 1909 Affectionate Cruise Ship Cunard Line Disembarking Exchanging Females Fishguard Passenger Pembrokeshire Reaching Shore Ss Mauretania Staircase Tender Transport Europe Top Wales Wales Black
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Abandoning Ship - A Glimpse into History
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. This photo print, captured by the Topical Press Agency in 1909, transports us back to a significant moment in maritime history. The scene depicts passengers of the renowned Cunard liner SS Mauretania transferring onto a ships tender before reaching the shores of Fishguard, Pembroke in Wales. In this beautifully composed landscape shot, we witness both men and women disembarking from the grand cruise ship onto the smaller tender vessel. Their expressions reveal a mix of excitement and anticipation as they prepare to set foot on Welsh soil. The image captures an era when ocean liners were not only modes of transportation but symbols of luxury and adventure. The composition is strikingly contrasted in black and white, emphasizing the timeless quality of this archival photograph. As we observe this historical moment frozen in time, it evokes feelings of nostalgia for an age gone by. The exchange between these passengers symbolizes more than just a transfer from one vessel to another; it represents a transition from one world to another – leaving behind their floating sanctuary for new experiences on land. This snapshot offers us a glimpse into their journey filled with hope, curiosity, and perhaps even trepidation. As we admire this remarkable piece from Fine Art Storehouse's collection, let us appreciate its ability to transport us through time and immerse ourselves in the rich tapestry of human history that unfolded aboard these majestic nautical vessels.
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