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The Newfoundland Cod Fishery; Salting the Fish in the Hold of the Brig, 1891. Creator: Unknown
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The Newfoundland Cod Fishery; Salting the Fish in the Hold of the Brig, 1891. Creator: Unknown
The Newfoundland Cod Fishery; Salting the Fish in the Hold of the Brig, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891
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The Newfoundland Cod Fishery - Salting the Fish in the Hold of the Brig, 1891
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is a captivating photograph that offers a glimpse into the historic cod fishing industry of Newfoundland, Canada, during the Victorian era. The image, published in "The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper," Volume 44, July to December, 1891, depicts a bustling scene aboard a traditional British brig as fishermen carefully salt the freshly caught cod. The photograph captures the raw energy and determination of the fisherfolk as they work in the dimly lit hold of the boat. Men in heavy coats and boots, some with their shirts off, are seen shoveling salt over the fish, while others are stacking the fish in barrels or hoisting them up from the water. The brig's hold is filled with fish, their silvery scales glistening in the dim light. The photograph is a testament to the hard work and dedication required to sustain the cod fishing industry in Newfoundland during this period. The men in the photograph are focused on their task, their faces etched with the physical demands of their labor. The boats in the background suggest the vastness of the ocean and the endless supply of fish that sustained the industry. The photograph also highlights the importance of salt as a preservative in the fishing industry. Salt was used to preserve the fish, allowing them to be transported back to Britain and other markets, where they were in high demand. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the role that the cod fishing industry played in the economic and cultural history of Newfoundland and Britain. Overall, "The Newfoundland Cod Fishery: Salting the Fish in the Hold of the Brig, 1891" is a powerful and evocative image that transports us back to a time when the cod fishing industry was a vital part of the global economy and the daily lives of countless fishermen and their families.
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