Group Meeting of the Family Colonisation Loan Society, 1852
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Group Meeting of the Family Colonisation Loan Society, 1852
Mrs Chisholm set up the Family Colonisation Loan Society to enable poor families to save regularly to cover the cost of emigration. Donations were also made by the wealthy. This engraving shows a meeting of the Society, with hundreds of interested spectators
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving depicts a pivotal moment in the history of the Family Colonisation Loan Society, founded by the visionary Mrs. Chisholm in 1852. The Society was established to provide a means for poor families to save systematically and cover the expenses of emigration to Australia. The initiative gained significant support from the wealthy community, with donations pouring in to help those less fortunate. The image captures a group meeting of the Society, held in a large, ornate hall filled with hundreds of attendees. Mrs. Chisholm, standing at the head of the room, addresses the crowd with determination and conviction. The atmosphere is electric, with spectators, both men and women, intently listening and absorbing her words. The sense of community and shared purpose is palpable. The Family Colonisation Loan Society was a groundbreaking endeavor, importing the concept of cooperative savings and loans to the masses. It offered a glimmer of hope to families seeking a better life through emigration, providing them with the financial means to start anew in a land far away. The Society's meetings became a beacon of inspiration and unity, bringing together individuals from all walks of life in the pursuit of a common goal. This engraving serves as a powerful reminder of the transformative power of community support and the indomitable human spirit. It stands as a testament to the resilience and determination of those who dared to dream of a better future, no matter the odds.
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