Photographic Print : Irish emigrants
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Irish emigrants
Irish emigrants on the deck of a ship. The picture is published with reference to a dreadful collision on the Mersey between two steamers, The Sea Nymph and the Rambler, resulting in huge loss of life. Date: 1846
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Media ID 14140210
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1840s 1846 Collision Deck Emigrants Immigrant Immigrants Immigration Mersey Nymph Rambler Steamers
14"x11" Photo Print
Capture the poignant history of Irish emigration with our exquisite print from Media Storehouse, featuring an evocative image of Irish emigrants on the deck of a ship. This powerful photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, tells a story of hope and hardship as the emigrants prepare to embark on a new life across the sea. The image carries the weight of history, with a reference to a tragic collision on the Mersey between The Sea Nymph and The Rambler adding depth and intrigue. Bring this poignant piece of history into your home and start a conversation with our high-quality, museum-grade photographic print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 24.9cm (14" x 9.8")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting image captures the despair and desperation of Irish emigrants aboard the deck of a ship during the mid-1800s. The photograph, published in reference to a tragic collision on the River Mersey between two steamers, The Sea Nymph and The Rambler, in the year 1846, reveals the harsh realities faced by those seeking a new life in a foreign land. The Sea Nymph and The Rambler, two vessels of the era, were en route to Liverpool from Ireland with hundreds of passengers on board. As they approached the Mersey Estuary, a collision occurred, resulting in a massive loss of life. The exact number of casualties remains unclear, but estimates suggest that over 400 people perished in the disaster. Amidst the chaos and destruction, this photograph poignantly depicts the Irish emigrants, their faces etched with sorrow and fear, as they cling to the railings of the ship. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of migration during this period. The 1840s marked a significant wave of Irish immigration to Britain and the Americas due to the Great Famine. Thousands left their homeland in search of food, work, and a better future. This photograph, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a poignant testament to the human spirit and the resilience of those who endured unimaginable hardships in pursuit of a new beginning. The collision on the Mersey serves as a stark reminder of the risks and challenges faced by Irish emigrants during this period and the sacrifices they made to build a new life for themselves and their families.
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