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Jigsaw Puzzle : Prison ship Success Australia, c. 1890
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Prison ship Success Australia, c. 1890
Image show offcers quarters on board. The ship was converted into a floating museum and used to display the horrors of the penal era. She was destroyed by fire in 1946
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Media ID 23440044
1946 Beattie Converted Destroyed Floating Hobart Horrors Penal Prison Quarters Success
Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Experience the intrigue and history of the past with our Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzle featuring the Prison Ship Success Australia, c. 1890. This captivating puzzle, inspired by an image from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into Australia's penal era. The puzzle showcases the officers' quarters on board the ship, which was later converted into a floating museum. Relive history as you piece together this intricate jigsaw puzzle, a perfect activity for history enthusiasts and puzzle lovers alike. Engage your mind and immerse yourself in the story of the Prison Ship Success Australia.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.5cm (20" x 15.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph, captured by Beattie Studio in the late 19th century, offers a rare glimpse into the officers' quarters on board the Prison Ship Success, docked in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia. The Prison Ship Success, a former penal vessel, was converted into a floating museum in the 1880s and 1890s, providing visitors with a sobering reminder of the harsh realities of the penal era. The Prison Ship Success had a long and storied history, having been in operation from the 1820s until its tragic destruction by fire in 1946. During its service, it transported thousands of convicts from Britain to Australia, enduring the arduous journey across the sea in cramped and inhumane conditions. The officers' quarters, as depicted in this photograph, offer a stark contrast to the cramped and grim living conditions endured by the convicts. The traditional Victorian decor, with its ornate furnishings and high ceilings, speaks to a time of relative comfort and privilege. However, it is important to remember that even those in positions of authority were not immune to the harsh realities of life aboard the prison ship. This photograph, with its historical significance, serves as a poignant reminder of Australia's past and the cultural importance of preserving and sharing historical artifacts. The Prison Ship Success, though no longer in existence, continues to be a subject of fascination and study for historians, students, and travelers alike, offering a window into a time long past.
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