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Convict Ship
The Convict Ship success in Melbourne, Australia
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Convict Convicts Melbourne Prison Prisoner Prisoners Punishment Success
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"Bring a piece of history to your morning routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring an evocative image of the Convict Ship from Mary Evans Prints Online, this mug tells a story with every sip. The intriguing image of the "Success" convict ship, which brought the first European settlers to Melbourne, Australia in 1802, is beautifully printed on one side, making this mug a unique and thoughtful gift for history enthusiasts or anyone who appreciates the rich tapestry of our past. Enjoy your favorite beverage while basking in the historical significance of this captivating mug. Perfect for the office or home, this high-quality mug is dishwasher and microwave safe, ensuring it's both functional and durable."
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8.1cm high x 9.6cm diameter (3.2" x 3.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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This evocative image captures the arrival of the convict ship, "Success," in the port of Melbourne, Australia, in 1853. The ship, laden with the grim cargo of convicts transported from Britain, represents a poignant chapter in the history of both Australia and the United Kingdom. Convict transportation was a key aspect of Australia's penal history, with thousands of men, women, and children transported from the overcrowded prisons of Britain to the colonies as a form of punishment. The practice began in 1788 with the arrival of the First Fleet in New South Wales and continued until the 1860s. The "Success" was one of many ships that made the long and perilous journey from England to Australia, carrying with it the hopes and fears of both the convicts and the free settlers who awaited their arrival. The convicts, shackled and dressed in the distinctive striped uniforms, would have endured harsh conditions during the voyage, including cramped quarters, poor food, and the ever-present threat of disease. Upon arrival in Melbourne, the convicts were processed and assigned to work on public projects or to private employers. Some were given the chance to start new lives, while others faced continued hardship and struggle. The arrival of the "Success" and its human cargo underscores the complex and often controversial history of convict transportation and its impact on the development of Australia as a nation. This photograph, taken from the dockside, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the shores of Melbourne were a place of both hope and despair for those who disembarked from ships like the "Success." The image serves as a poignant reminder of the human stories that lie at the heart of Australia's rich and complex history.
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