Woolwich hulks - convicts chapel onboard Defence
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Woolwich hulks - convicts chapel onboard Defence
The Woolwich hulks (prison ships) - the convicts chapel onboard Defence.. Date: 1862
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Chapel Convicts Defence Hulks Pauper Prison Woolwich Workhouse
Discover the captivating history of Woolwich hulks with our intricately designed jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This beautiful puzzle features an enchanting image of the Convicts Chapel onboard the Defence, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online in 1862. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of this historical moment as you piece together the intricate details of this fascinating scene. The Woolwich hulks, prison ships moored in the Thames Estuary, housed convicts awaiting transportation to Australia. This jigsaw puzzle is the perfect activity for history enthusiasts, puzzle lovers, or anyone seeking a challenging and rewarding pastime. Bring the past to life with the Media Storehouse Woolwich Hulks puzzle.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles are printed on photographic paper. Excluding the outer edge, all of the pieces are the same shape with the completed puzzle measuring 10" x 14" (25.4 x 35.5 cm). Split into individual pieces, puzzles are supplied in a black presentation box, sized to fit most mailboxes, with a professionally printed photo on top for reference (box dimensions 5 5/8" x 7 5/8" x 1 1/5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the convicts chapel onboard the Defence, one of the Woolwich hulks moored in the Thames Estuary during the mid-19th century. The Woolwich hulks, a collection of decommissioned ships repurposed as prison vessels, served as a place of confinement for convicts and paupers who were deemed a threat to society or unable to support themselves. The Defence, a former Royal Navy frigate, was converted into a hulk in the 1840s and could accommodate up to 1,200 inmates. The convicts chapel, a small, makeshift structure built on the ship's deck, was where religious services were held for the incarcerated population. The chaplain, often a volunteer, would provide spiritual guidance and solace to the convicts, offering them a glimmer of hope amidst their harsh and unforgiving surroundings. The Woolwich hulks were a stark reminder of the social and moral issues of the time, with many questioning the morality of confining large numbers of people in such cramped and unsanitary conditions. The conditions onboard the hulks were notoriously poor, with diseases such as typhus and scurvy common among the inmates. Despite the challenging circumstances, the convicts chapel onboard the Defence stood as a symbol of hope and resilience, offering a small reprieve from the harsh realities of life on the hulks. This photograph, taken in 1862, provides a glimpse into a dark chapter of British history, shedding light on the plight of the convicts and the importance of spiritual support in the face of adversity.
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