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Carrying a Canvas Curragh, Sheephaven, Co Donegall
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Carrying a Canvas Curragh, Sheephaven, Co Donegall
Carrying a Canvas Curragh, Sheephaven, Co Donegall - a man underneath a curragh on its side, holding it upright. (Location: Republic of Ireland: County Donegal: Rosapenna: Sheephaven). Date: circa early 1900s
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Canvas Curragh Donegal Donegall Rosapenna Sheephaven Underneath Upright
Carrying a Canvas Curragh, Sheephaven, Co Donegall
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is a captivating photograph that transports us back in time to the early 1900s in County Donegal, Ireland. The image depicts a man in a quiet moment of labor as he carefully carries a canvas-covered curragh, a traditional Irish fishing boat, on his shoulders. The location of this scene is Sheephaven, a picturesque coastal area in the Rosapenna region of County Donegall, in the Republic of Ireland. The man, dressed in heavy clothing and wearing a hat to shield him from the elements, is shown underneath the curragh, which is lying on its side. With a determined expression on his face, he lifts the boat, using the strength of his back and arms to hold it upright. The canvas covering protects the curragh from the harsh weather and sea spray, ensuring its longevity. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the people in this rural community, where the sea and its resources played a significant role in their livelihoods. The curragh was a vital tool for fishing and transportation, and its care and maintenance were essential for the survival of the community. This photograph is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Sheephaven, who lived in harmony with the natural environment and relied on their traditional ways of life. The image captures a moment of quiet determination, as the man carries the curragh with a sense of pride and purpose, embodying the spirit of this beautiful and rugged coastal region in County Donegall, Ireland.
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