Photographic Print : Emigration Office Cork
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Emigration Office Cork
At the emigration agents office, Cork, would-be emigrants pay their passage money for the journey to America
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Media ID 576613
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10015646
1851 Cork Emigrants Emigration Journey Leaving Money Off Ice Passage
14"x11" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints, featuring this evocative image from Mary Evans Picture Library. Witness the poignant moment of farewell at the Emigration Office in Cork, as intrepid souls prepare to embark on their journey across the Atlantic to America. This beautifully detailed print captures the essence of the human spirit and the promise of a new life. Bring history into your home and add a touch of timeless charm to your walls.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 17.6cm (14" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
A poignant moment in Irish history: Emigration Office, Cork, 1851. In this evocative photograph from Mary Evans Picture Library, we witness the determination and hope etched on the faces of would-be emigrants as they pay their passage money for the journey to America at the emigration office in Cork, Ireland. The year is 1851, and the Great Famine has left countless families destitute and desperate for a better future. With heavy hearts, they part with their hard-earned savings, knowing that the sea voyage to the New World represents their only chance for survival and a new beginning. The scene at the emigration office is a microcosm of the mass exodus that was taking place from Ireland during this period. Thousands upon thousands of men, women, and children left their homeland, braving the unknown and the perilous Atlantic Ocean, in search of a better life. The passage to America was a significant investment, and the journey itself was fraught with danger, as many passengers endured long, cramped voyages on overcrowded ships, with insufficient food and water supplies. Despite these challenges, the allure of the promise of a new life in America proved to be a powerful motivator. The prospect of employment opportunities, land ownership, and the hope of escaping the poverty and suffering that had become a daily reality in Ireland drew countless souls to the shores of the United States. As we gaze upon this historical image, we are reminded of the indomitable human spirit and the lengths to which people will go to secure a better future for themselves and their loved ones. The Emigration Office in Cork stands as a testament to the resilience and fortitude of those who dared to dream of a brighter tomorrow, and the sacrifices they made to make that dream a reality.
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