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Captain Blighs boat abandoned by the Bounty, 1789 (1886). Artist: JR Ashton
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Captain Blighs boat abandoned by the Bounty, 1789 (1886). Artist: JR Ashton
Captain Blighs boat abandoned by the Bounty, 1789 (1886). William Bligh is best known for the mutiny that occurred against his command, aboard HMS Bounty. Cast adrift off Tahiti in a launch together with 18 loyal crew members, Bligh successfully undertook a voyage of over 3600 miles to Timor, Indonesia, with the loss of only one man, killed in an attack by natives of the island of Tofua during a stop to procure supplies. He later went on to serve as the fourth Governor of the colony of New South Wales, Australia. Wood engraving from Picturesque Atlas of Australasia, Vol I, by Andrew Garran, illustrated under the supervision of Frederic B Schell, (Picturesque Atlas Publishing Co, 1886)
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This print titled "Captain Bligh's boat abandoned by the Bounty, 1789 (1886)" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Created by artists Andrew Garran, Frederic B Schell, and JR Ashton, this wood engraving from the Picturesque Atlas of Australasia transports us to the tumultuous events surrounding Captain William Bligh. Bligh is famously known for his role in the mutiny that occurred aboard HMS Bounty. This artwork captures the essence of that fateful event as we see his boat left behind by the treacherous crew. Cast adrift off Tahiti with only 18 loyal crew members, Bligh embarked on an astonishing journey spanning over 3600 miles to Timor, Indonesia. Despite facing numerous challenges along the way and losing one man during an attack on Tofua Island, he managed to reach safety. The black and white monochrome style adds a sense of drama and intensity to this historical scene. The waves crashing against Captain Bligh's abandoned boat symbolize both the harsh conditions he faced and his determination to survive against all odds. Beyond this infamous mutiny, Bligh went on to serve as Governor of New South Wales in Australia. His resilience and leadership qualities are evident throughout his remarkable life story. This print serves as a visual reminder of one man's incredible journey through adversity and showcases both artistic talent and historical significance.
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