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Sailor spinning a yarn to fisherman and fisherwoman
Sailor spinning a yarn to a fisherman and a fisherwoman, Ilfracombe, Devon.
1906
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Media ID 23150440
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In this evocative photograph from the Edwardian era, a sailor, dressed in his crisp uniform, engages in a lively conversation with a fisherman and a fisherwoman on the picturesque beach of Ilfracombe, Devon. The sailor, with a confident air and a twinkle in his eye, spins an intriguing yarn, his hands gesturing animatedly as he speaks. The fisherman and fisherwoman listen intently, their faces expressing a mix of curiosity and amusement. The sea in the background gently laps against the shore, and the coastal landscape is dotted with colorful boats and quaint cottages. This moment of camaraderie and shared storytelling between the sailor and the local fisherfolk captures the spirit of the seaside community in the early 1900s. The photograph, taken in 1906, is a charming reminder of a simpler time, when the exchange of stories and the sharing of experiences were cherished forms of entertainment and connection.
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