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Horse-drawn carts, Killarney, County Kerry, Ireland
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Horse-drawn carts, Killarney, County Kerry, Ireland
Horse-drawn carts (known as jarveys), in Killarney, County Kerry, Republic of Ireland
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© The John Barrett Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Busy Carts Driver Drivers Kerry Killarney
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1. Title: A Busy Killarney Street: Horse-Drawn Carts and Cars Coexisting in County Kerry, Ireland 2.. This evocative photograph, taken in the picturesque town of Killarney in County Kerry, Republic of Ireland, captures a moment in time when horse-drawn carts, or "jarveys," continued to share the roads with the emerging motorized vehicles. The image, from The John Barrett Collection at Mary Evans Picture Library, beautifully encapsulates the transitional era between the horse-drawn transport and the advent of cars. 3. Description: In the foreground, a line of horse-drawn carts, each pulled by a pair of horses, waits patiently at the side of the road. Their drivers, dressed in traditional Irish attire, engage in animated conversations with each other and passersby. Behind them, a car approaches, its engine humming in contrast to the tranquil scene before it. The busy street is filled with a mix of people, some clad in contemporary clothing, while others wear traditional Irish garb. 4. Context: Killarney, a popular tourist destination in County Kerry, has a rich history of horse-drawn transport. Jarveys, or horse-drawn taxi drivers, have been an integral part of the town's landscape for generations. However, as the 20th century progressed, cars became increasingly common, and the use of horse-drawn carts began to decline. This photograph, taken likely in the 1950s, offers a unique glimpse into a time when both modes of transport coexisted on the bustling streets of Killarney. 5. Significance: This photograph is a testament to the resilience of tradition and the inexorable march of progress. It serves as a reminder of the role horse-drawn carts played in the daily lives of people in rural Ireland and the eventual shift towards motorized transportation. The image also highlights the charm and allure of Killarney, which continues to attract visitors from around the world.
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