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The Peninsular and Oriental Company's ship Candia under repair on the Atakah Reef, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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The Peninsular and Oriental Company's ship Candia under repair on the Atakah Reef, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Peninsular and Oriental Company's ship Candia under repair on the Atakah Reef, 1862. The steamship, which had suffered a fractured propeller shaft in the Red Sea, was beached on the Atakah Reef, in the Gulf of Suez to enable repairs to be made. The reef was used as there were no docks nearby. The lifting of the ship on to the reef was a very complex technical operation, but was carried out successfully. From "Illustrated London News", 1862
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Damage Damaged Propeller Red Sea Reef Repair Repairs Sailing Ships Shipping Industry Steam Ship Steamship Illustrated London News Sailing Ship White And Black
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This image, hailing from the 19th century, depicts The Peninsular and Oriental Company's steamship, Candia, undergoing repairs on the Atakah Reef in the Gulf of Suez. The ship had endured a fractured propeller shaft in the Red Sea, leaving it stranded and in need of urgent attention. With no docks in the vicinity, the reef served as the only viable solution for the intricate repair process. The photograph, published in the Illustrated London News in 1862, captures the complexity of the operation as the ship is skillfully maneuvered onto the reef. The technical prowess of the era is on full display as the crew expertly navigates the vessel onto the rocky outcropping. The intricate details of the ship's design, from its tall smokestacks to the intricate rigging, are beautifully rendered in this engraving. The use of the Atakah Reef for repairs was a common practice during the 19th century, as the shipping industry continued to expand and navigate the challenges of the high seas. The image serves as a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of mariners during this era, who were able to overcome the most formidable obstacles to keep commerce flowing. Despite the damage sustained, the Candia's journey continues, a reminder of the unyielding spirit of exploration and progress that characterized the 19th century. This image, a treasure from the archives of The Print Collector, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the world was being connected through the power of steam and sail.
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