GENERAL SLOCUM BURNS
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
GENERAL SLOCUM BURNS
The American excursion paddle- steamer catches fire in New Yorks East River, and a thousand passengers - mostly women and children - burn or are drowned
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 605400
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10052878
Burn Burns Catches Drowned Excursion Paddle Passengers Steamer Thousand
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting image captures the aftermath of the General Slocum tragedy, an American excursion steamship disaster that occurred on June 15, 1904, in New York City's East River. The General Slocum, a popular chartered excursion steamer used for Sunday school outings and other recreational activities, caught fire while carrying over a thousand passengers, mostly women and children. The cause of the fire remains uncertain, but it is believed to have started in the orchestra pit near the stern of the ship. The crew attempted to turn back to the dock, but the fire quickly spread, and the lifeboats were not lowered in time to save everyone. The disaster resulted in the deaths of an estimated 1,021 people, making it one of the deadliest maritime disasters in US history. The photo shows the charred remains of the General Slocum, with the smokestacks still standing amidst the wreckage. The water around the ship is filled with debris and bodies, as rescuers and onlookers try to help those in need. The scene is a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of fire on water, and the importance of safety measures and emergency preparedness. The General Slocum disaster led to significant improvements in maritime safety regulations and the establishment of the United States Coast Guard. This historical photograph is a poignant reminder of a tragic event that forever changed the landscape of New York City and the lives of those affected by it.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.