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Steerage passengers on an emigrant ship
Steerage passengers on an emigrant ship out of Liverpool to New York, 1896. Young emigrants working their passage and chatting. The journey began in London with an emigrant train from Euston to Liverpool. Date: 1896
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Media ID 14249559
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1896 Chatting Conversation Emigrant Emigrants Emigrating Emigration Immigrants Immigration Liverpool Passage Passengers Shipboard Steerage
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This evocative photograph captures the spirit of hope and determination among the young steerage passengers aboard an emigrant ship departing from Liverpool, England, en route to New York in 1896. The image shows a group of men, likely in their late teens or early twenties, engaged in lively conversation as they work their passage on the ship. The journey began with an emigrant train from London's Euston Station to Liverpool, marking the start of their transatlantic voyage to the United States and a new life in America. The 1890s were a time of significant emigration from Europe to the United States, with millions seeking opportunity and a better future. Steerage passengers, who traveled in the cargo holds or on the open deck, faced challenging conditions during the long voyage. Despite the cramped quarters and harsh conditions, the camaraderie and shared experiences of fellow travelers helped to alleviate the isolation and hardships. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of these young emigrants, who worked long hours to earn their passage by performing various tasks on the ship. The image captures a moment of respite, as they engage in conversation and connect with one another, reminding us of the human stories that lie behind the historical statistics of emigration and immigration.
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