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Falmouth docks EPW02354
Filename: EPW023354.jpg
Size: 4939 x 3815 (3.9MB)
Date: 9th December 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
© Historic England Archive
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Falmouth docks EPW02354
Falmouth Docks, Falmouth, from the south-west, 1928
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Media ID 28396778
© Historic England Archive
Dock Dockyard Harbour Ship Drydock
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "Falmouth docks EPW02354" takes us back in time to the bustling Falmouth Docks in 1928. From a southwest aerial perspective, this image showcases the remarkable transformation of this once humble fishing village into a thriving maritime hub. The scene is alive with activity as boats of all sizes navigate through the busy harbour. Majestic ships gracefully glide across the water, their sails billowing in the wind. The dockyard itself stands as a testament to human ingenuity and craftsmanship, with its intricate network of piers and quays providing shelter for these seafaring vessels. One cannot help but marvel at the sheer scale of Falmouth Docks' drydock, which looms large in the foreground. This engineering marvel allowed ships to be lifted out of water for repairs or maintenance—a true testament to human innovation during that era. As we gaze upon this historic photograph from Historic England Archive, we are transported back in time to an era when maritime trade was at its peak. It serves as a reminder of how important ports like Falmouth were for connecting nations and facilitating global commerce. This print captures not only a moment frozen in time but also tells a story about our shared history and heritage. It reminds us of the vital role that places like Falmouth Docks played in shaping our world today—an enduring symbol of human endeavor on both land and sea.
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