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Friday October Christian, 1833
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Friday October Christian, 1833
Friday October Christian, 1833. Son of Fletcher Christian (1764-c1793), ringleader of the mutiny of 1789 against Lieutenant William Bligh on HMS Bounty. After casting Bligh adrift in a small boat, Christian, 8 of the mutineers and 17 Tahitians sailed the Bounty to Pitcairn island, establishing a colony. Their descendants still make up the population of Pitcairn today
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This black and white portrait captures the intriguing figure of Friday October Christian, son of Fletcher Christian, the notorious ringleader of the mutiny on HMS Bounty in 1789. The image portrays a man who carries within him a legacy steeped in both crime and family ties. Dressed impeccably in his 19th-century attire, Friday October stands tall with an air of confidence that belies his tumultuous past. His hat adds a touch of sophistication to his ensemble, hinting at his English heritage while also acknowledging his connection to Tahiti through the presence of seventeen Tahitian companions. The woodcut technique used to create this print gives it a timeless quality, emphasizing the historical significance surrounding this individual. As one gazes into Friday October's eyes, it is impossible not to wonder about the inner turmoil he must have experienced as he sailed away from England with his father and fellow mutineers. Today, Pitcairn Island remains home to descendants of those brave individuals who established a colony there after their audacious act against Lieutenant William Bligh. This photograph serves as a testament to their resilience and endurance throughout generations. As we contemplate this remarkable piece of history captured by Ann Ronan Pictures, we are reminded that even amidst acts deemed criminal by society's standards, complex stories unfold - stories filled with love for family and longing for freedom.
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