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Susan Elizabeth wrecked on the beach during a gale, 1907 (glass negative)
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Susan Elizabeth wrecked on the beach during a gale, 1907 (glass negative)
7341206 Susan Elizabeth wrecked on the beach during a gale, 1907 (glass negative) by British School, (19th century); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Gibson's of Scilly Shipwreck Collection
A distant view of the sailing collier Susan Elizabeth (date unknown), being overwhelmed by waves, on Porthminster Beach. The masts are showing above the breaking surf. Three ladies are standing in the near foreground, while a larger group watch from further down on the beach.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38510038
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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The haunting image of the 'Susan Elizabeth' wrecked on the beach during a fierce gale in 1907 captures a moment frozen in time, showcasing the power and unpredictability of the sea. The glass negative print by British School from the National Maritime Museum in London transports us back to a tumultuous era where maritime disasters were all too common.
In this scene, we see the collier ship being engulfed by crashing waves, with only its masts visible above the churning surf. Three brave ladies stand in the foreground, witnessing the devastation unfold before them, while a larger group watches from further down on the beach. The sheer scale of destruction is evident as onlookers are left powerless against nature's fury.
This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of both human resilience and vulnerability in the face of natural forces beyond our control. It is a testament to those who risk their lives at sea and to those who bear witness to such tragedies. The 'Susan Elizabeth' may have met her end on that fateful day, but her story lives on through this image that continues to evoke emotions of awe and sorrow over a century later.
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