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Irish emigrants leaving home 1870
Morning of departure, the Irish emigrants saying goodbye to love ones, to leave for America. Date: 1870
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Media ID 20146983
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Departure Emigrant Emigrants Emigration Goodbye Immigrants Immigration Leaving Morning
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating Irish Emigrants Leaving Home jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring an evocative image from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intricately detailed puzzle captures the poignant moment of departure in 1870, as Irish families bid farewell to their loved ones and embarked on a new life in America. Bring history to life in your own home with this jigsaw puzzle, perfect for puzzle enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone seeking a meaningful and engaging activity. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Irish history and the stories of those who bravely left their homeland in search of a better future. Complete this beautiful puzzle and create a lasting memory.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.7cm x 40.3cm (20" x 15.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This poignant photograph captures the morning of departure for a group of Irish emigrants as they bid farewell to their loved ones and set off on their journey to America in 1870. The image transports us back in time to the 1870s and the 19th century, an era marked by mass emigration from Ireland due to poverty, famine, and the promise of a better life in the United States. The scene is filled with emotion as families and friends huddle together, their faces etched with a mix of sadness, hope, and determination. Children cling to their mothers, while men embrace their wives and fathers. The women wear their best dresses, their hair neatly styled, as they prepare to say goodbye. The men don their work clothes and carry their meager belongings, ready to face the challenges of the long and arduous journey ahead. The photograph was taken at the pier or quay, where the emigrants would board the ships that would carry them across the Atlantic Ocean. The water in the background reflects the early morning light, adding to the sense of melancholy and anticipation. The scene is a testament to the human spirit and the enduring bonds of family and community, even in the face of adversity. The Irish emigration experience is an important chapter in the history of both Ireland and America, and this photograph offers a powerful and moving glimpse into that history. It is a reminder of the sacrifices and struggles of those who came before us, and the enduring legacy of their journey.
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