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Appam, S.S. British Ship Captured By Germans, Interned In U.S. 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Appam, S.S. British Ship Captured By Germans, Interned In U.S. 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing
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Appam, S.S. British Ship Captured By Germans, Interned In U.S. 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Appam, S.S. British Ship Captured By Germans, Interned In U.S. 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Appam, S.S. British Ship Captured By Germans, Interned In U.S. 1916
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Appam, S.S. British Ship: A Testament to the Complexities of Neutrality during World War I This evocative photograph, titled "Appam, S.S. British Ship Captured By Germans, Interned In U.S. 1916," is a poignant reminder of the intricate web of alliances and neutrality during the First World War. Taken by renowned American photography studio Harris & Ewing, the image captures the Appam, a British steamship, interned in the United States after being captured by the Germans. The Appam, a vessel of British origin, was seized by the German cruiser SMS Emden in the Atlantic Ocean in September 1914. Following the sinking of the Lusitania in May 1915, the United States, which remained officially neutral, began to intern enemy merchant ships in its ports. The Appam was one such ship, and it can be seen here, docked along the banks of a river or shoreline in the United States. The photograph, part of the extensive Harris & Ewing Collection at the Library of Congress, offers a glimpse into the geopolitical landscape of the time. The Appam's British flag, still flying proudly despite its capture, stands as a symbol of the complexities of neutrality and the shifting allegiances that characterized the First World War. The image also serves as a visual testament to the significant role the United States played in the transportation of goods and people during the conflict, as a neutral power that provided a vital lifeline for the Allies. The photograph, taken by George W. Harris or Martha Ewing Kuntze of Harris & Ewing, is a powerful reminder of the past and the intricate web of events that shaped the course of history. Its inclusion in the Library of Congress's vast collection ensures that this important historical moment is preserved for future generations to study and learn from.
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