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Seasick passengers
The cabin of a Channel packet (between England and France); several passengers feeling very sorry for themselves, while a steward brings pots. Date: circa 1830
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1830 1830s Brings Cabin Channel Feeling Illness Packet Passengers Pots Seasick Seasickness Sick Sickness Steward Travelling
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This evocative image captures the discomfort and misery of seasick passengers aboard a Channel packet ship in the early 1830s. The cabin, filled with anxious and ill individuals, is a stark contrast to the calm and collected demeanor of the steward as he enters with pots in hand. The passengers, huddled together, cling to one another for comfort as they endure the rough seas that have left them feeling wretched. The cramped quarters, dim lighting, and seasick passengers all contribute to an atmosphere of unease and discomfort. The date, circa 1830, places this scene in the 19th century when traveling by sea was a common mode of transportation between England and France. The Channel packet ships were an essential link between the two countries, but the journey was not for the faint-hearted, especially during inclement weather. The passengers, dressed in their finest clothing, would have been hoping for a smooth crossing, but the unpredictable nature of the sea often left them feeling seasick and longing for solid ground. This poignant photograph offers a glimpse into the past, reminding us of the challenges and hardships faced by travelers during this period in history.
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