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The Bog Slide in Ireland (b / w photo)
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The Bog Slide in Ireland (b / w photo)
1597036 The Bog Slide in Ireland (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bog Slide in Ireland. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 9 January 1897.
English Photographer (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22273220
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This photograph, titled "The Bog Slide in Ireland" transports us back to the 19th century. Taken by an English photographer, it captures a dramatic moment in time that was featured in The Illustrated London News on January 9,1897. In this image, we are presented with a view of a vast valley filled with lush greenery and rolling hills. However, our attention is immediately drawn to the site of the bog slide itself. A massive landslide has occurred, causing chaos and destruction as it swept away everything in its path. The sheer power of nature is evident as we observe the remnants of what once stood here – a bridge now broken and twisted, trees uprooted and scattered about like matchsticks. The quarry that once operated peacefully nearby now lies abandoned amidst the aftermath. Through this photograph's lens, we gain insight into both the beauty and unpredictability of Ireland's topography. It serves as a reminder that even seemingly tranquil landscapes can be transformed within moments by natural forces beyond our control. As we contemplate this historical image captured through early photography techniques, let us reflect on how far we have come since then. This print from Bridgeman Images allows us to appreciate not only the artistry but also the significance of preserving such moments frozen in time for future generations to admire and learn from.
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