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Seasoned Atlantic traveller at six. Girl leaves for America alone. Six-year-old
Seasoned Atlantic traveller at six.
Girl leaves for America alone.
Six-year-old Miss Sylvia Cavanagh is leaving in the Queen Mary from Southampton tomorrow (Wednesday) to make her sixth Atlantic crossing alone. Sylvia has been staying with her aunt at Rottingdean, Sussex, but our home is at Boston, Massachusetts.
Photo shows, Sylviahanding up her ticket at Southampton as she boarded Queen Mary.
4 May 1938
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Media ID 11264091
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating vintage poster print from TopFoto.co.uk. This exquisite image, titled "Seasoned Atlantic traveller at six. Girl leaves for America alone. Six-year-old Miss Sylvia Cavanagh," depicts a young girl named Sylvia, brimming with determination and courage as she embarks on her journey to America aboard the Queen Mary at the tender age of six. This evocative poster, with its rich history and intriguing story, is a stunning addition to any wall in your home or office. Immerse yourself in the nostalgia and bring a piece of history into your space.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we witness the remarkable journey of a seasoned Atlantic traveller at just six years old. Meet Miss Sylvia Cavanagh, a brave young girl who is about to embark on her sixth solo voyage across the vast ocean. Departing from Southampton aboard the majestic Queen Mary, Sylvia leaves behind her aunt in Rottingdean, Sussex, as she heads towards her home in Boston, Massachusetts. The image captures a poignant moment as Sylvia confidently hands up her ticket at Southampton before boarding the grand ship. It serves as a testament to her courage and independence at such a tender age during an era marked by uncertainty and change - between two world wars. This monochrome photograph not only offers us a glimpse into Sylvia's extraordinary adventure but also reflects the spirit of exploration that defined early 20th-century travel. Preserved by TopFoto. co. uk, this historic press photography transports us back in time to May 4th, 1938 - an era when crossing the Atlantic was still considered an awe-inspiring feat. As we contemplate this snapshot frozen in time, let us marvel at young Sylvia's determination and resilience as she sets sail towards new horizons alone. Her story reminds us that even amidst tumultuous times, there are individuals who dare to defy conventions and embrace their own unique journeys with unwavering bravery.
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