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Unloading frozen meat from Sydney, Australia, in South West India Dock, Millwall, London
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Unloading frozen meat from Sydney, Australia, in South West India Dock, Millwall, London
Unloading frozen meat from Sydney, Australia, in South West India Dock, Millwall, London. Hold of the Catania, which sailed on 28 August with nearly 120 tons of meat. Fitted with Haslams refrigeration machinery. Cargo sent by McIlwraith, McEacharn & Co who shortly before had sent first historic consignment in the Strathleven. Wood engraving November 1881. Refrigeration offered Australia great opportunities to develop meat exports. Prior to this, majority of carcasses were rendered down and exported as by-products such as tallow
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This print captures a significant moment in history - the unloading of frozen meat from Sydney, Australia, at South West India Dock in Millwall, London. The image showcases the hold of the Catania ship, which embarked on its journey on 28 August carrying an impressive cargo of nearly 120 tons of meat. Equipped with state-of-the-art Haslams refrigeration machinery, this vessel played a crucial role in revolutionizing Australia's meat exports. The wood engraving, dated November 1881, transports us back to a time when refrigeration offered immense opportunities for Australia to expand its food industry. Prior to this technological advancement, most carcasses were rendered down and exported as by-products like tallow. However, with the advent of refrigeration technology and efficient transportation methods like those employed by McIlwraith, McEacharn & Co. , Australia could now export high-quality frozen meat across great distances. This historic consignment marked a turning point for Australian agriculture as it opened up new avenues for economic growth and development. The photograph beautifully depicts workers diligently unloading the frozen cargo from the Catania's hold using scales to measure its weight accurately. As we gaze upon this remarkable image captured over a century ago, we are reminded of how advancements in technology have shaped our world today. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and innovation that continues to drive progress even today.
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