The Loss of a Channel Steamer (b / w photo)

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The Loss of a Channel Steamer (b / w photo)

1615217 The Loss of a Channel Steamer (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Loss of a Channel Steamer. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 12 February 1898.
English Photographer (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection

Media ID 23000232

© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images

Channel Steamer Loss Shipwrecks Steam Ship Fowey Harbour

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EDITORS COMMENTS
is a captivating photograph that takes us back to the 19th century, capturing a tragic moment in maritime history. The image showcases the aftermath of a devastating shipwreck, depicting the somber scene at Fowey Harbour. The photographer's skillful composition draws our attention to the wreckage of the once majestic channel steamer, now reduced to fragments scattered across the shoreline. The desolate atmosphere is intensified by the absence of color, emphasizing the loss and despair felt by those affected. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of both human vulnerability and nature's power. It transports us back in time, allowing us to witness firsthand one of many tragedies that occurred on these treacherous waters. We can almost hear whispers from Captain Collings and his crew as they bravely battled against unforgiving waves. As we reflect upon this historical event through photography's lens, we are reminded not only of its artistic value but also its ability to preserve moments frozen in time. This print captures an important chapter in maritime history while paying homage to all those who have perished at sea. "The Loss of a Channel Steamer" stands as a testament to both human resilience and our eternal fascination with capturing life's most profound moments through photography's lens.

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