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Emigrants bound for Canada aboard RMS Empress, Liverpool, 1913 (colour litho)
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Emigrants bound for Canada aboard RMS Empress, Liverpool, 1913 (colour litho)
PNP256719 Emigrants bound for Canada aboard RMS Empress, Liverpool, 1913 (colour litho) by Sheldon, Charles Mills (1866-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bound for the New World ; ); Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22362068
© Peter Newark American Pictures / Bridgeman Images
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Emigrants Embarking on a Journey to Canada Aboard RMS Empress, Liverpool, 1913
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. This print captures the poignant moment when hopeful emigrants board the majestic RMS Empress in Liverpool, bound for a new life in Canada. The vibrant colors of this lithograph by Charles Mills Sheldon bring to life the anticipation and dreams that filled the hearts of these courageous individuals. In an era before World War I, these migrants sought a better life across the vast Atlantic Ocean. With their luggage neatly stacked beside them, they symbolize not only their physical departure but also their aspirations for a brighter future. Each face tells a unique story of hope and determination as they bid farewell to their homeland and embark on an uncertain voyage towards citizenship in a foreign land. The image evokes feelings of both excitement and trepidation as these travelers leave behind familiar shores for unfamiliar territories. It serves as a powerful reminder of the ideal British lifestyle that many sought abroad during this time of mass emigration. As we gaze upon this historic scene, we are reminded of the immense courage it took for these migrants to leave everything behind in search of new opportunities. Their journey represents not just one individual's story but also reflects larger themes such as transatlantic immigration, geography, and lifestyle changes brought about by migration. This remarkable photograph is more than just an artistic representation; it encapsulates an important chapter in history when countless souls embarked on transformative journeys towards hope and possibility.
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