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Leaving old home and friends - waving emigrants for America, Christiania, Norway, c1905
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Leaving old home and friends - waving emigrants for America, Christiania, Norway, c1905
Leaving old home and friends - waving goodbye to emigrants starting for America, Christiania, Norway, c1905. From " The Underwood Travel Library - Norway". [Underwood & Underwood, London ]
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In this print from c1905, we witness a poignant moment of departure in Christiania, Norway. The image captures the emotions of both hope and sadness as emigrants prepare to embark on their journey to America. Standing at the bustling harbor, a diverse group of men, women, and children wave goodbye to their loved ones left behind. The scene is filled with anticipation as steamships loom in the background, ready to transport these brave souls across the vast ocean. The crowded dock reflects the magnitude of this mass immigration movement during the early 20th century. Amidst the crowd stands a lady dressed in traditional Norwegian attire bidding farewell to her family members departing for an unknown future in America. A gentleman beside her waves his hat vigorously while gazing out towards the sea where their loved ones will soon disappear from sight. This powerful image encapsulates not only personal stories but also larger themes such as geographical shifts and cultural exchanges between countries. It serves as a reminder of how migration has shaped our world throughout history. Preserved through time by The Underwood Travel Library - Norway collection, this vintage stereoscopic card allows us to glimpse into an era when leaving one's old home was both heart-wrenching and full of dreams for new beginnings across oceans.
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