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British Emigrants bound for Sydney, Australia, in quarters on the St Vincent'. Wood engraving, 1852
530553 British Emigrants bound for Sydney, Australia, in quarters on the St Vincent'. Wood engraving, 1852.; (add.info.: Through Her Majesty's Colonial Emigration Commissioners, government gave free passages to workers whose skills were needed in Australia, including farm and domestic workers, blacksmiths, wheelwrights and carpenters.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38140484
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1852 Artisan Blacksmiths Bound Carpenters Commissioners Emigrants Emigration Free Gave Including Majesty Passages Quarters Skills Sydney Timbers Vincent Wood Material Needed Wheelwrights
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Transport yourself back in time with our Photo Mug featuring British Emigrants bound for Sydney, Australia on the 'St Vincent' in 1852. A captivating wood engraving from Fine Art Finder that tells a story of adventure and new beginnings.
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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.
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This poignant wood engraving captures a moment in history when British emigrants were bound for Sydney, Australia aboard the 'St Vincent' in 1852. Packed tightly into quarters on the ship, these individuals were seeking new opportunities and a fresh start in a far-off land.
Through Her Majesty's Colonial Emigration Commissioners, the government provided free passages to workers whose skills were needed in Australia. From farm and domestic workers to blacksmiths, wheelwrights, and carpenters, these artisans played a crucial role in building the burgeoning colony.
As the emigrants set sail towards their unknown future, they carried with them hopes and dreams of a better life. The journey would be long and arduous, but they faced it with determination and resilience.
This image serves as a reminder of the hardships endured by those who sought to make a new home in distant lands. It is a testament to the spirit of adventure and perseverance that drove countless individuals to leave behind everything familiar for the promise of something greater.
In this wood engraving, we see not just faces crowded together on a ship's deck, but stories of courage, sacrifice, and hope for a brighter tomorrow. The 'St Vincent' may have been just one vessel among many making similar journeys during this time period, but each person onboard carried their own unique tale of migration and transformation.
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