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Hugh Walpole, 1919. Creator: Bain News Service
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Hugh Walpole, 1919. Creator: Bain News Service
Hugh Walpole, 1919. Shows British author Hugh Seymour Walpole upon his arrival in New York City from Southampton, England, upon the Cunard liner Mauretania on September 26, 1919
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1919 George Grantham Bain Novelist Bain George Graham Bain News Service George Graham Bain Press Photography
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Arrival in America - Hugh Walpole's Moment of Fame
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In this striking photograph taken on September 26, 1919, British author Hugh Seymour Walpole steps off the Cunard liner Mauretania and onto American soil. The renowned novelist, known for his vivid storytelling and poetic prose, has arrived in New York City after a transatlantic journey from Southampton, England.
Captured by Bain News Service's photographer George Grantham Bain (not to be confused with George Graham Bain), this black-and-white print presents Walpole as he looks directly into the camera lens. His expression is one of quiet confidence and introspection, hinting at the creative energies that drove his literary endeavors.
As a prominent figure in early 20th-century literature, Walpole's arrival in America marked an exciting moment for fans of his work. This photograph not only captures the author's presence but also reflects the cultural exchange between Britain and America during this pivotal era. With its timeless appeal to book lovers and history enthusiasts alike, Hugh Seymour Walpole's portrait remains a fascinating glimpse into the world of literature and international relations in 1919.
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