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The Great Gale, Scenes of Havoc on the Coast (b / w photo)
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The Great Gale, Scenes of Havoc on the Coast (b / w photo)
1598206 The Great Gale, Scenes of Havoc on the Coast (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Gale, Scenes of Havoc on the Coast. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 December 1897.
English Photographer (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23004730
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Broadstairs Cornwall Destroyed Gale Havoc Pier Site Storm Damage Whitstable Wrecked Nelson Road Porthtowan
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The Great Gale, Scenes of Havoc on the Coast
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captures the devastating aftermath of a powerful storm that struck the English coastline in the 19th century. This photograph, taken by an anonymous English photographer, showcases the widespread destruction caused by nature's fury. In this image, we are confronted with a scene of utter chaos and devastation. The Yarmouth jetty lies wrecked and destroyed, its once sturdy structure now reduced to debris scattered along Nelson Road. The pier stands as a haunting reminder of its former grandeur, now battered and broken by the relentless force of the storm. The impact of this great gale is not limited to one location; it has left its mark on various coastal towns such as Cornwall, Broadstairs, Whitstable, and Porthtowan. Buildings have been ripped apart, roads washed away, and shorelines reshaped by the unyielding power of wind and waves. Amidst this desolation stands the Old Neptune Public House bravely weathering yet another maritime onslaught. It serves as a symbol of resilience against nature's wrath. This photograph is not only a testament to human vulnerability but also highlights our enduring connection with the sea. It reminds us that despite our best efforts to tame or control it, Mother Nature will always hold dominion over our coastal landscapes. Through this striking image captured through early photography techniques, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand both the destructive force and awe-inspiring beauty found within these scenes of havoc
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