Between decks on an Emigrant Ship, Atlantic Ocean, 1872
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Between decks on an Emigrant Ship, Atlantic Ocean, 1872
Engraving showing the chaotic and crowded scene below decks, as steerage passengers on an emigrant ship are given soup from steaming cauldrons, Atlantic Ocean, 1872
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1872 Atlantic Chaotic Crowded Decks Emigrant Passengers Soup Steaming Steerage Cauldrons
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving, titled 'Between Decks on an Emigrant Ship, Atlantic Ocean, 1872,' offers a glimpse into the chaotic and crowded scene below decks of an emigrant ship during the late 19th century. The image, published by ILN (Illustrated London News), depicts steerage passengers huddled together, reaching out for bowls of soup being distributed from large, steaming cauldrons. The Atlantic Ocean, a vast and formidable expanse of water, was a necessary yet treacherous barrier for millions of immigrants seeking a new life in the United States and other parts of the world. The journey was long and arduous, often lasting for weeks, and conditions on board the ships were cramped, unsanitary, and sometimes deadly. Steerage passengers, who made up the largest and poorest class of travelers, were relegated to the dark, damp, and cramped spaces below deck. They were expected to bring their own provisions and bedding, and relied on the ship's crew to provide them with limited supplies of food and water. The distribution of soup from large, steaming cauldrons was a rare and welcome sight, offering a momentary reprieve from the harsh realities of their journey. The historical significance of this image lies in its depiction of the harsh living conditions endured by emigrant passengers during their ocean voyage. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices and hardships faced by those seeking a new life in a new land, and the importance of perseverance and resilience in the face of adversity.
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