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Emigrant Needlewomen on Deck, 1850. Creator: Unknown
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Emigrant Needlewomen on Deck, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Emigrant Needlewomen on Deck, 1850. Sailing ship bound for the colonies. The women were enabled to emigrate by...the movement on behalf of the distressed needlewomen or London...the ladies and gentlemen who had devoted themselves to this work of benevolence, were enabled to despatch, in emigrant vessels, successive bodies of female emigrants, many of them rescued from the very depths of poverty and suffering, and all more or less objects of deep commiseration. The assembling of these voyagers on board the vessels, the addresses made to them by Mr. Sidney Herbert, the Rev. Mr. Quekett...and the personal interest taken in their fate by the noble ladies who had been working so hard in their behalf, were among the most touching incidents of the day'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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This powerful image captures a group of emigrant needlewomen on deck of a sailing ship bound for the colonies in 1850. These women, rescued from poverty and suffering, were part of a movement led by benevolent individuals to enable them to start anew in a new land. The scene depicts the assembling of these courageous voyagers on board the vessel, as they listened to addresses from notable figures such as Mr. Sidney Herbert and Rev. Mr. Quekett.
The compassion and dedication shown by the noble ladies who worked tirelessly on behalf of these destitute women is truly touching. Their efforts not only provided employment opportunities for these needlewomen but also offered them hope for a better future in a distant land.
As we gaze upon this historic moment frozen in time, we are reminded of the resilience and strength displayed by these female emigrants as they embarked on their journey towards unknown horizons. This engraving serves as a poignant reminder of the hardships faced by those seeking a better life and the importance of compassion and support in times of need.
This black-and-white print from "Illustrated London News" offers us a glimpse into an era marked by colonialism, charity, and female empowerment - themes that continue to resonate with audiences today.
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