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The ship Rangoon sinks, 1871
The P&O mail steamship Rangoon sinking after the removal of the passengers and crew. The ship was accidently run onto the rocks when leaving Galle harbour in Sri Lanka, where it eventually sank.
1871
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Media ID 14399574
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1871 Accident Ceylon Galle Jul16 Lanka Mail Rangoon Sank Sinking Steamship Sunk Wreck
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring history into your home with our stunning Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled "The ship Rangoon sinks, 1871," tells the story of the P&O mail steamship Rangoon, which tragically ran aground and sank after leaving Galle harbour in Sri Lanka. Originally published by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online, this vintage print is a unique and intriguing addition to any decor. With its rich history and intriguing backstory, this Framed Print is sure to spark conversation and add character to your space.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
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.
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This haunting image captures the final moments of the P&O mail steamship Rangoon as it sinks into the waters off the coast of Galle, Sri Lanka, in 1871. The ship, which had been transporting passengers and cargo between India and Europe, had accidentally run aground as it was leaving the harbor. Despite the efforts of the crew and local residents to save the vessel, the Rangoon eventually succumbed to the relentless waves and sank. The photograph, taken by an unknown photographer for the Illustrated London News, poignantly depicts the ship's slow demise as it lists heavily to one side, its once proud hull now awash with water. The masts and rigging are submerged, and the once bustling decks are now deserted, save for a few figures in the foreground who stand as silent witnesses to the tragedy. The scene is one of chaos and despair, with small boats scrambling to rescue those still aboard, while others look on from the safety of the shore. The sun sets in the background, casting a golden glow over the scene, adding an air of melancholy to the image. The sinking of the Rangoon was a major maritime disaster of the late 1800s, and this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the risks and uncertainties of life at sea during that era. Today, the wreck of the Rangoon lies beneath the waves, a testament to the power of the sea and the resilience of those who sailed upon it.
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