Dining Room on board an Emigrant Ship, 1852
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Dining Room on board an Emigrant Ship, 1852
Engraving purportedly showing the dining saloon of a British Government emigrant ship, 1852. It was reported that this room comfortably accomodates six hundred people, and they are divided into classes - English, Irish and Scotch - each table being so marked
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1852 Classes Comfortably Dining Divided Emigrant Hundred Reported Saloon Scotch
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time to 1852 with this fascinating engraving of a Dining Room on board an Emigrant Ship. The image purportedly shows the dining saloon of a British Government emigrant ship, where six hundred people were comfortably accommodated. What is most intriguing about this scene is the division of passengers into classes - English, Irish, and Scotch - each table clearly marked.
This historical print offers a glimpse into the social structure and organization aboard these ships during the mid-19th century. The attention to detail in depicting the layout of the room, from the tables to the seating arrangements, provides valuable insight into how emigrants traveled across seas during this era.
The atmosphere in this dining saloon must have been bustling and diverse, with individuals from different backgrounds coming together for meals as they embarked on their journey to new lands. It serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by those seeking better opportunities through immigration.
Overall, this engraving captures a moment in history that is both informative and thought-provoking. It invites viewers to reflect on the experiences of emigrants during this period and appreciate the significance of their contributions to shaping societies around the world.
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