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"The Peru"Emigrant-Ship leaving Cork for Melbourne, Port Phillip (engraving)
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"The Peru"Emigrant-Ship leaving Cork for Melbourne, Port Phillip (engraving)
1618471 " The Peru" Emigrant-Ship leaving Cork for Melbourne, Port Phillip (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The Peru" Emigrant-Ship leaving Cork for Melbourne, Port Phillip. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 2 October 1852.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22321822
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Cork Emigration Leaving Melbourne Port Phillip
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. Emigrant-Ship: A Journey of Hope and Farewell This engraving captures a poignant moment in history as "The Peru" emigrant-ship sets sail from the bustling port of Cork, Ireland, bound for Melbourne, Port Phillip. Created by an English School artist in the 19th century, this print offers a window into the era's maritime emigration and the dreams that propelled thousands towards distant shores. As we gaze upon this scene, we witness families bidding tearful farewells to loved ones embarking on a voyage filled with both excitement and trepidation. The ship stands tall against the backdrop of Cork's picturesque harbor, its sails billowing with promise as it carries hopes for new beginnings across vast oceans. This illustration originally appeared in The Illustrated London News on October 2nd, 1852 - a testament to its historical significance. It serves as a reminder of the mass emigration that occurred during this period due to economic hardships and political unrest. "The Peru" represents not just one vessel but countless others that carried brave souls seeking better lives far away from their homeland. It symbolizes resilience and determination amidst uncertainty. Today, this image holds even greater meaning as we reflect on our own journeys and those who came before us. It reminds us to cherish our roots while embracing new horizons. Let it serve as an enduring tribute to all who embarked on similar voyages throughout history – their stories etched forever within these waves of time.
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