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A horsedrawn cart owned by Chaplin & Co, carriers for the South Western Railway, at Portsmouth, circa 1900. (Photo by F. J. Mortimer/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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F. J. Mortimer
Media ID 11801988
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Transporting the Past - A Glimpse into Portsmouth's History
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. This print takes us back to circa 1900, immersing us in the bustling streets of Portsmouth. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness a horsedrawn cart owned by Chaplin & Co, carriers for the South Western Railway. The skilled hands guiding the reins belong to an unknown driver as he expertly maneuvers through the vibrant city. The backdrop showcases Portsmouth's maritime heritage with a majestic sailing ship docked at port. The towering masts and billowing sails stand as a testament to the city's rich seafaring legacy. As if echoing this nautical theme, we see crates and barrels neatly stacked on the cart, ready for transportation. The horse that pulls this carriage is a symbol of strength and endurance – an unsung hero powering countless journeys across town. Its presence reminds us of simpler times when horsepower was literal rather than metaphorical. F. J. Mortimer masterfully captures this scene with his lens, preserving it for generations to come. Through his artistry, we are transported back in time; we can almost hear the clip-clop of hooves on cobblestones and feel the energy pulsating through these historic streets. This print serves as both a window into our past and an appreciation of how far transportation has evolved since then. It invites us to reflect on our own journey while honoring those who paved the way before us - both man and beast alike.
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