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Tristan da Cunha part of the British overseas territory of Saint Helena. The Islands
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Tristan da Cunha part of the British overseas territory of Saint Helena. The Islands
Tristan da Cunha part of the British overseas territory of Saint Helena. The Islands only landing place.
Extremely few vessels are ever sighted from this, the empires most isolated. There is communication with fewer still. The islanders are born sailors and will proceed to sea in almost any weather
13 April 1922
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Media ID 11027085
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Boat Boys Group Indigenous Islanders Natives
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the remote Tristan da Cunha, a part of the British overseas territory of Saint Helena. The image captures the essence of isolation as it showcases the island's only landing place, where extremely few vessels are ever seen. Communication with the outside world is limited, making this one of the most isolated corners of the British Empire. In this snapshot from 13 April 1922, we see a group of indigenous islanders gathered at their beloved landing spot. Men and boys stand proudly alongside a woman, all displaying an innate connection to their seafaring heritage. Born sailors through generations, these resilient islanders fearlessly venture out into treacherous waters regardless of weather conditions. The monochrome aesthetic adds depth and timelessness to this photograph, transporting us back to an era when life on Tristan da Cunha was vastly different from our modern world. This image serves as a reminder that even in such remote locations, there exist communities deeply rooted in their traditions and way of life. Preserved by Central News and now made available through Europeana Photography archives, this remarkable piece offers us a glimpse into history while celebrating both the resilience and unique culture found within Britain's overseas territories like Tristan da Cunha.
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