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Lady Eliza Deane at Dundanion, 1847
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Lady Eliza Deane at Dundanion, 1847
Lady Eliza Deane commencing, at Dundanion, the Cork, Blackrock and Passage Railway. Date: 1847
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1840s 1847 Celebratory Commencement Commencing Cork Cutting Deane Eliza Feb20 Gathering Lifting Passage Railways Turf Turning Blackrock
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Lady Eliza Deane, a prominent figure in Irish society, is captured in this evocative photograph as she commences the construction of the Cork, Blackrock and Passage Railway at Dundanion in 1847. Dressed in an elegant Victorian gown and bonnet, Lady Deane is seen turning the first sod, marking the beginning of this significant railway project. Surrounded by a large gathering of onlookers, including local dignitaries and workers, the scene is filled with a sense of celebratory anticipation. The railway, which would eventually connect Cork, Blackrock and Passage in County Cork, Ireland, was a vital addition to the country's transport infrastructure during the 1840s. The use of rail transport revolutionized the way goods and people were moved, making travel faster and more efficient. The turf mound in the foreground, symbolizing the start of the railway's construction, stands in stark contrast to the lush, green garden in the background, highlighting the juxtaposition of progress and nature. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into Ireland's Victorian past, capturing the spirit of innovation and progress that characterized the era.
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