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Mouse Mat : IRISH IMMIGRANTS, 1851. Emigrants leaving Cork, Ireland, to change for the trans-Atlantic steamers, likely at Liverpool, England. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1851
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IRISH IMMIGRANTS, 1851. Emigrants leaving Cork, Ireland, to change for the trans-Atlantic steamers, likely at Liverpool, England. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1851
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Media ID 7500301
1851 Cork Harbor Immigrant Ireland Irish Passenger Quai Steam Steam Boat
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Estimated Product Size is 24.2cm x 19.7cm (9.5" x 7.8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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> Republic of Ireland
> Cork
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Liverpool
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in history - the departure of Irish immigrants from Cork, Ireland in 1851. As they gather on the quai, their faces are filled with a mix of hope and trepidation, knowing that their lives are about to change forever. The scene is bustling with activity as families bid tearful farewells and clutch onto their belongings tightly. The wood engraving beautifully depicts the maritime atmosphere surrounding them, with steam boats lining the harbor ready to transport these brave souls across the vast Atlantic Ocean. Liverpool, England serves as a crucial intermediary point for these emigrants before embarking on their trans-Atlantic journey towards America. It is here that they will exchange ships and continue onwards towards an uncertain future in search of better opportunities. The image speaks volumes about the resilience and determination of these Irish immigrants who left behind everything familiar in pursuit of a brighter tomorrow. Their decision to leave home was undoubtedly fueled by economic hardships and political unrest prevalent during this time period. Preserved through this wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1851, this snapshot offers us a glimpse into one chapter of immigration history that shaped both Ireland and America. It reminds us of the sacrifices made by countless individuals seeking new beginnings amidst challenging circumstances.
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