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Greetings Card : The Migrants Farewell, 1844. Creator: Unknown
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The Migrants Farewell, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Migrants Farewell, 1844. British working class families travelling to Canada, Australia and other colonies:vast numbers of persons have availed themselves of the Government grant to quit their native shores for the purpose of seeking a better subsistence in the land of the stranger; and when we look at the existing condition of a considerable portion of our agricultural and manufacturing population, it excites but little wonder that a feverish restlessness should arise for change. The application form stated...their name written by themselves (if they can write).... Male applicants considered were...agricultural labourers, shepherds, bricklayers, and masons, wheelwrights, smiths, carpenters... and must be...honest, industrious, sober - of general good character, and not likely to become a burthen to the Colony.From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of historical greeting cards. This captivating image, titled 'The Migrants Farewell, 1844,' depicts a poignant moment as British working-class families bid farewell to their loved ones before embarking on their journey to Canada, Australia, and other colonies. Seize this opportunity to send a thoughtful and unique message, as vast numbers of people took advantage of the Government grant to seek new beginnings. Let history be a part of your story with this beautiful, unknown masterpiece from Heritage Images.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
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Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Migrants Farewell, 1844
EDITORS COMMENTS
captures the poignant moment of British working class families embarking on a journey to Canada, Australia, and other colonies in search of a better life. This powerful print reflects the vast numbers of individuals who took advantage of government grants to leave their native shores and seek new opportunities abroad. In the mid-19th century, many agricultural and manufacturing workers faced dire living conditions that fueled their desire for change. The application form required male applicants to possess specific skills such as agricultural laborers, shepherds, bricklayers, masons, wheelwrights, smiths, or carpenters. However, above all else, they had to be honest, industrious individuals with good character traits and not likely to become burdens on the colony. The image showcases a covered wagon filled with hopeful migrants ready for departure. Their faces reveal both excitement and trepidation as they bid farewell to their homeland. It is evident that this migration was driven by economic necessity rather than choice. This engraving from "Illustrated London News" serves as a reminder of the hardships endured by those seeking employment opportunities during this era. It sheds light on the social class divide prevalent at the time while highlighting the determination and resilience of these migrant workers. As we reflect upon this historical photograph today, it reminds us of our shared human experience - striving for a better future amidst challenging circumstances.
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