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Thames Tug Harbour Light turns turtle outside Regents canal
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Thames Tug Harbour Light turns turtle outside Regents canal
Thames Tug Harbour Light turns turtle outside Regents canal, drowning 3 crew members.
20-2-1928
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
England
Media ID 21377574
© Mirrorpix
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In this haunting print titled "Thames Tug Harbour Light turns turtle outside Regents canal" we are transported back to a tragic event that unfolded on the 20th of February, 1928. The image captures a chilling moment in maritime history as a Thames tugboat, known as the Harbour Light, met its devastating fate. As we gaze upon the scene, our hearts sink with sorrow for the three brave crew members who tragically lost their lives in this calamity. The once bustling and lively boat now lies capsized in the water, serving as a somber reminder of the dangers faced by those who navigate treacherous waters. The black and white tones of this photograph lend an air of melancholy to the already poignant subject matter. It is impossible not to feel a sense of empathy for these individuals whose lives were cut short while fulfilling their duties at sea. This snapshot from Memory Lane Prints takes us back to an era when ships and boats were vital modes of transportation and symbols of human resilience against nature's forces. It serves as both a historical record and a solemn tribute to those who perished that fateful day. Let us remember these fallen heroes as we reflect on this powerful image - one that encapsulates both the beauty and fragility inherent in marine transport during the 1920s.
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