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The Channel Railway Ferry, Sections of the Proposed Steam-Boat (engraving)
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The Channel Railway Ferry, Sections of the Proposed Steam-Boat (engraving)
1099426 The Channel Railway Ferry, Sections of the Proposed Steam-Boat (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Channel Railway Ferry, Sections of the Proposed Steam-Boat. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 March 1870.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23512536
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Boat Dock Channel Crossings English Channel Longitudinal Section Receive Sections Transverse Section
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This print titled "The Channel Railway Ferry, Sections of the Proposed Steam-Boat" takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into an ambitious transportation project. The engraving showcases intricate details of a proposed steam boat that was intended to revolutionize channel crossings between England and France. In this historical artwork, we see two sections of the steam boat depicted in both longitudinal and transverse views. The artist has skillfully captured the essence of this innovative vessel, highlighting its impressive size and design. The ship's elongated structure suggests its capacity to accommodate railway carriages within its hull, indicating a seamless transition from land to sea travel. Surrounding the central image are various elements related to maritime transport. A tugboat can be seen assisting the steam boat as it prepares for departure from a bustling boat dock. This scene evokes a sense of anticipation and excitement for those embarking on their journey across the English Channel. "The Channel Railway Ferry" print serves as a fascinating window into an era when advancements in transportation were rapidly changing society's perception of distance and connectivity. It reminds us of humanity's ceaseless pursuit for progress and innovation in order to overcome geographical barriers. Bridgeman Images' reproduction allows us to appreciate not only the technical intricacies captured by this 19th-century English School engraving but also invites contemplation about how far we have come since then in our quest for efficient modes of transport across vast bodies of water like the English Channel.
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