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St Michaels Mount, Mounts Bay, Cornwall. Late 1890s
Filename: TRURI-MCMgv-1.tiff
Size: 8188 x 6160 (50MB)
Date: 2nd April 2019
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 50.117153, -5.477807
© From the collection of the RIC
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St Michaels Mount, Mounts Bay, Cornwall. Late 1890s
A number of fishing boats with sails in Mounts Bay with a view of St Michaels Mount in the background. Some of the fishing boats are registered PH (Plymouth). A small rowing boat is in the foreground. St Michaels Mount is managed by the National Trust, together with the St Aubyn family who have lived in the castle since the 1650s. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : MCMgv.1
Media ID 18842787
© From the collection of the RIC
Castle Coast Coastal Fish Industry Island Offshore
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Capturing the Essence of Cornwall's Coastal Heritage - St Michaels Mount in Late 1890s
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. This print takes us back to the late 1890s, immersing us in the timeless beauty of Mounts Bay, Cornwall. The scene unfolds with an array of fishing boats gracefully sailing through the bay, their billowing sails painted against a backdrop that showcases the majestic St Michaels Mount. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, it becomes evident that fishing was not only a vital industry but also an intrinsic part of Cornish culture. Some of these sturdy vessels bear the proud registration mark "PH" denoting their origin from Plymouth. Amidst them all, a small rowing boat glides gently in the foreground, adding a touch of tranquility to this bustling maritime scene. St Michaels Mount itself stands as both a coastal landmark and an enduring symbol of heritage. Managed by the National Trust and home to generations of the St Aubyn family since the 1650s, its castle proudly overlooks these waters where fishermen have cast their nets for centuries. With every detail captured by an unknown photographer long ago, this image transports us to an era when life revolved around sea and fish. It serves as a poignant reminder that Cornwall's offshore treasures are not just geographical wonders but repositories of stories passed down through generations. Let this photograph be our window into history—a testament to Cornwall's rich maritime past and its deep connection with both land and sea.
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