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The 21-ton schooner Diablesse preparing to leave for America, 1922
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The 21-ton schooner Diablesse preparing to leave for America, 1922
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© Kirk & Sons of Cowes / Heritage-Images
Arthur Henry Arthur Henry Kirk Boat View Broadside Cowes Cutter Edgar Wp Edgar Wp Kirk Gaff Rig Isle Of Wight Kirk Kirk Sons Of Kirk Sons Of Cowes Schooner William Umpleby William Umpleby Kirk
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This print captures the majestic 21-ton schooner Diablesse as it prepares to embark on its journey to America in 1922. The image, taken by Arthur Henry Kirk, showcases the grandeur of this sailing boat with its gaff rig and broadside view. The Diablesse stands tall against the backdrop of Cowes, Isle of Wight in England, where Kirk Sons of Cowes meticulously crafted her. The craftsmanship and attention to detail are evident in every aspect of this vessel. Owned by Edgar WP Kirk and William Umpleby Kirk, the schooner represents a pinnacle of early 20th-century transportation technology. With its sleek design and powerful sails, it embodies both elegance and strength. As we gaze upon this monochrome masterpiece, we can almost feel the anticipation that filled the air as she prepared for her transatlantic voyage. This photograph serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our unyielding desire for exploration. Let us not forget that behind every great ship lies a story - one that connects people across time and place. This remarkable print allows us to step back into the roaring twenties when sailboats like Diablesse ruled the seas. It is a reminder of our shared maritime heritage and an invitation to appreciate both the beauty of nature's elements at play on water transport while marveling at mankind's ability to harness their power for adventure beyond horizons unknown.
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