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Unloading fresh oranges 1900
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Unloading fresh oranges 1900
Dockers unloading oranges at London Bridge, Wharf in the orange season. Packed in boxes or chests, containing 1, 000 oranges each. Oranges coming from Malta, Sicily, Spain and Portugal and Florida. Date: 1900
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling activity of unloading fresh oranges at London Bridge Wharf in the early 1900s. The scene is filled with a sense of energy and productivity as dockworkers, dressed in heavy coats against the chill of the winter air, carefully lift and carry rectangular crates filled with oranges from the ship's hold. The crates, each containing 1,000 juicy oranges, are stacked high on the dock, ready to be transported to market. Oranges were a valuable commodity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with imports coming from various European countries such as Malta, Sicily, Spain, and Portugal, as well as from Florida in the United States. The arrival of these oranges marked the beginning of the orange season, a time of great excitement and anticipation for consumers. The Thames River, a major transportation hub, played a crucial role in the import and export of goods during this period. Ships, laden with cargo, sailed up and down the river, bringing goods from around the world to the bustling ports of London. The dockworkers, an essential part of the trade network, played a vital role in the unloading and distribution of these goods, ensuring they reached their destinations in a timely and efficient manner. This photograph is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the dockworkers, who played a crucial role in the transportation and distribution of goods during the 1900s. It also highlights the importance of international trade during this period, which connected people and economies across the globe.
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