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Shooting seabirds - Newfoundland
Hunting (Shooting) seabirds amongst the Arctic Ice Floes of Newfoundland, Canada. Date: 1907
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Amidst the vast and awe-inspiring Arctic landscape of Newfoundland, Canada, in the year 1907, a group of hunters braved the icy waters and ice floes in pursuit of seabirds. The crisp air was filled with the scent of the sea and the sound of gunfire as the hunters took aim, their determination etched on their faces. The Arctic ice floes stretched out as far as the eye could see, a seemingly endless expanse of white dotted with the black shapes of icebergs. The hunters, clad in thick fur coats and hats, stood atop the ice, their boats anchored nearby. Seabirds, oblivious to the impending danger, flew overhead, their silhouettes stark against the bright sky. The hunters, with practiced ease, raised their rifles and fired, the sound of the gunshots echoing across the ice. The seabirds, caught off guard, fell from the sky, their feathers ruffling in the wind as they hit the ice. The hunters moved quickly to collect their prey, their faces etched with a mixture of excitement and satisfaction. This photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of a traditional hunting practice that has been carried out in Newfoundland for generations. The harsh Arctic landscape, with its ice floes and icebergs, provides a stark yet beautiful backdrop to this scene of survival and sustenance. The hunters, with their determination and skill, are a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the human spirit.
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