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San Francisco - General View, 1850. Engraving from a Daguerreotype, showing...the Bay of San Francisco [which is] is of difficult navigation, on account of the winds, and fogs and adverse currents, as well as from the rocks with which it is beset. It is proposed to build here two forts, so as to command the mouth of the channel. The depth of water is sufficient to float a large navy. At its extremity is San Francisco, the capital of Upper California...the Bay of San Francisco, according to a French authority, will easily contain all the fleets of the world....when M. A. Haussman anchored in this bay, there were between three and four hundred ships moored here, presenting a forest of masts, from which floated the flags of every country of the globe. Here lay the Chinese junk, with its streaked pennant and its fantastic form, next the three-masted American liner, with its stars and stripes...'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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San Francisco - General View, 1850: A Captivating Glance into the Past This image, titled 'San Francisco - General View, 1850,' offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the early history of San Francisco, California. The photograph, an engraving from a Daguerreotype, showcases the Bay of San Francisco, a body of water renowned for its challenging navigation due to the winds, fogs, and adverse currents, as well as the numerous rocks that dot its expanse. Despite these challenges, ambitious plans were underway to build two forts at the mouth of the channel to secure the strategic location. The depth of water in the bay was believed to be sufficient to accommodate a large navy, making it a valuable asset for maritime powers. At the heart of this bustling harbor lies San Francisco, the capital of Upper California. The bay, according to a French authority, was believed to have the capacity to hold all the fleets of the world. The image reveals a vibrant scene, with M. A. Haussman's anchorage boasting between three and four hundred ships, presenting a forest of masts, each adorned with the flags of various nations. Among the diverse fleet, the Chinese junk, with its distinctive streaked pennant and fantastic form, stands out next to the three-masted American liner, proudly displaying its stars and stripes. This scene underscores the global reach and influence of the maritime world during the 19th century. This evocative engraving was published in the esteemed Illustrated London News in 1850, providing a fascinating window into the past and offering a glimpse into the rich history of San Francisco and its role in the global maritime landscape.
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