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Great Snowstorm 1881
Various ships and vessels including the Lucknow and Havelock on Ryde Pier are battered by the great snow storm & gales of 18th January 1881
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1881 Battered Gale Gales Havelock Including Lucknow P Ier Phenomena Ryde Snow Storm Storm Vessels Wrecks January
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the raw power and fury of the Great Snowstorm of January 1881 as it battered the coastal town of Ryde on the Isle of Wight. The storm, which hit on the 18th of the month, was characterized by heavy snowfall and strong gales that caused widespread damage and chaos. In the foreground of the image, we see Ryde Pier, its once elegant structure now a mere silhouette against the tempestuous backdrop. The pier, a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, was a hive of activity before the storm, with various ships and vessels moored along its length. But now, the pier is a scene of destruction, with several vessels, including the Lucknow and Havelock, lying wrecked and battered against its pylons. The Lucknow, a three-masted schooner, is shown in a particularly precarious position, its sails torn to shreds and its hull battered by the relentless waves. The Havelock, a smaller vessel, is also shown struggling against the elements, its rigging twisted and its deck awash with snow and water. The snowstorm of 1881 was a natural phenomenon that left a lasting impact on the coastal communities of the Isle of Wight and beyond. The storm caused widespread damage to property and infrastructure, and claimed several lives. But it also served as a reminder of the power and unpredictability of nature, and the resilience of those who lived in its path. This historical photograph is a testament to the weather event that continues to fascinate and intrigue, and serves as a reminder of the importance of respecting the natural world and its capricious moods.
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