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Sea Adventure: Mrs Patten (colour litho)
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Sea Adventure: Mrs Patten (colour litho)
8668757 Sea Adventure: Mrs Patten (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mrs Patten. In 1856 the American clipper Neptune's Car, from New York to the Californian goldfields, had an adventurous passage. The first mate proved mutinous and incompetent, and the worry gave Captain Patten brain-fever which left him stone blind. The second mate had never learned navigation, so Mrs Patten, the Captain's 24-year-old wife (who had amused herself taking sights on previous voyages) took command, and not only sailed the ship for nearly two months through the worst of weather, but made a perfect landfall and brought the ship safely into San Francisco. Illustration for one of a set of 50 cigarette cards on the subject of Sea Adventure, issued by Hignett Brothers in 1939.); © Look and Learn
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This colour lithograph titled "Sea Adventure: Mrs Patten" depicts the incredible true story of a courageous woman who took command of a ship in the midst of chaos. In 1856, on board the American clipper Neptune's Car bound for the Californian goldfields, Captain Patten fell ill and was left blind due to brain fever. With a mutinous first mate and an inexperienced second mate, it was up to Mrs Patten, only 24 years old at the time, to navigate through treacherous waters and bring the ship safely into San Francisco.
The image captures the moment when Mrs Patten fearlessly assumed control of the vessel, showcasing her strength and determination in facing adversity head-on. Her remarkable feat of seamanship not only saved the crew from disaster but also serves as a testament to women's resilience and leadership abilities.
This historical illustration is part of a series of cigarette cards on sea adventures issued by Hignett Brothers in 1939, offering viewers a glimpse into this extraordinary tale of bravery at sea. The vibrant colours and detailed composition bring this inspiring story to life, immortalizing Mrs Patten's heroic actions for generations to come.
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