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The collier Bessie at Hayle, Cornwall. 1866
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The collier Bessie at Hayle, Cornwall. 1866
A view of the Bessie, with details of the bow and figurehead, alongside at Hayle after being aground on Hayle Bar. Lelant church can be seen on the horizon in the background. SS Bessie (ON 49984) was an iron three masted brigantine rigged steamer of 287 tons gross, built in 1865 for the busy Hayle to Bristol trade and launched by Harvey and Company of Hayle. She was sold in 1889 to James Richards of Penarth and ran aground at Carbis Bay on 18th November 1893 while carrying coal from Cardiff to Portland, under the command of Captain David Moloney. Cintra and Vulture were wrecked on the same occasion. Photographer: Edward Ashton
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TRURI : SB.0003.3
Media ID 19674407
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This print showcases the collier Bessie, a magnificent iron three-masted brigantine steamer, at Hayle in Cornwall during the year 1866. The image provides an exquisite view of the ship's bow and intricately designed figurehead, which exude both strength and elegance. Having recently encountered trouble on Hayle Bar, the Bessie found temporary refuge alongside the harbor. In the background, Lelant church stands tall against the picturesque horizon, adding a touch of serenity to this maritime scene. Built by Harvey and Company of Hayle in 1865 specifically for trade between Hayle and Bristol, this vessel boasted a gross tonnage of 287 tons. However, her journey took an unfortunate turn when she ran aground at Carbis Bay on November 18th, 1893 while transporting coal from Cardiff to Portland under Captain David Moloney's command. The photographer behind this remarkable shot is Edward Ashton. His keen eye captures not only the grandeur of this historic ship but also preserves a moment frozen in time along Cornwall's stunning coastline. This print serves as a testament to Cornish history during Victorian times—a reminder of bustling coastal trade routes and tales of seafaring adventures that unfolded upon these shores. It offers viewers an opportunity to immerse themselves in maritime heritage while admiring both natural beauty and man-made craftsmanship intertwined harmoniously within one frame.
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