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Steerage passengers on an emigrant ship, outside cabins
Steerage passengers on an emigrant ship out of Liverpool to New York, 1896, huddled on deck outside the cabins. The journey began for these emigrants to America in London with an emigrant train from Euston to Liverpool. Date: 1896
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This evocative photograph captures the scene of steerage passengers on an emigrant ship leaving Liverpool for New York in 1896. The image portrays a group of individuals huddled together outside the cramped cabins, braving the elements as they embarked on their journey to America. Their emigration process had begun long before this moment, with many starting their journey from London, where they boarded an emigrant train from Euston Station to Liverpool. The transatlantic voyage was a significant milestone in their quest for a new life in the United States. The 1890s were a period of mass emigration from Europe to the US, driven by economic instability, political unrest, and the promise of opportunity in America. Steerage passengers, like those depicted in this photograph, traveled in the most economical class on the ship. They endured cramped quarters, shared facilities, and harsh conditions, but the prospect of a better future kept them going. This historical photograph offers a glimpse into the lives of these intrepid immigrants, who left behind their homeland in search of a new beginning. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and determination that characterized the emigration experience during this era. The photograph also highlights the importance of maritime travel in shaping the modern world, as it allowed millions of people to cross oceans and reshape the demographic makeup of countries like the United States.
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