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The survivors of The Wreck of the Grosvenor, an East Indiaman, occurred on 4 August 1782 on the Pondoland coast of South Africa, north of the mouth of the Umzimvubu River history of shipwrecks" of Eyries 1836
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The survivors of The Wreck of the Grosvenor, an East Indiaman, occurred on 4 August 1782 on the Pondoland coast of South Africa, north of the mouth of the Umzimvubu River history of shipwrecks" of Eyries 1836
ELD4963782 The survivors of The Wreck of the Grosvenor, an East Indiaman, occurred on 4 August 1782 on the Pondoland coast of South Africa, north of the mouth of the Umzimvubu River history of shipwrecks" of Eyries 1836; Private Collection; (add.info.: The survivors of The Wreck of the Grosvenor, an East Indiaman, occurred on 4 August 1782 on the Pondoland coast of South Africa, north of the mouth of the Umzimvubu River history of shipwrecks" of Eyries 1836); Photo © The Holbarn Archive
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This haunting image captures the survivors of The Wreck of the Grosvenor, an East Indiaman that met its tragic fate on 4 August 1782 off the Pondoland coast of South Africa. The survivors are depicted here in a moment of resilience and hope amidst the devastation of their shipwreck.
The history of shipwrecks is a tale as old as time, filled with stories of loss, survival, and human endurance. The survivors in this print from Eyries' 1836 collection serve as a poignant reminder of the dangers faced by seafarers throughout history.
As we gaze upon this scene, we are transported back to the 18th century when ships like The Grosvenor braved treacherous waters in search of new horizons. The faces of these survivors tell a story of hardship and perseverance, but also one of unity and strength in the face of adversity.
Through their eyes, we catch a glimpse into a world long gone but not forgotten - a world where courage and determination were essential qualities for those who dared to sail across vast oceans.
This print serves as both a historical document and a work of art, capturing a moment in time that will forever be etched in our collective memory. It is a testament to the indomitable spirit of humanity in the face of nature's most formidable challenges.
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