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Visit to Madeira - Deck of the Drummond Castle
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Visit to Madeira - Deck of the Drummond Castle
Black and white lantern slide of the deck of the Drummond Castle steamer - Visit to Madeira. Part of Box 125 - Madeira. Boswell Collection. The Drummond Castle Steamer of the Castle Line sank in 1896 off the coast of Ushant after a collision with a reef with the loss of all but 3 of the 245 persons onboard. The ship was launched in February 1881. Date: circa 1890s
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© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
1881 1896 Atlantic Collision Deck Drummond Launched Loss Madeira Onboard Portugal Portuguese Reef Sank Slides Steamer Ushant Persons
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This evocative black and white lantern slide captures the tranquil beauty of the Drummond Castle steamer docked in Madeira during the late 1890s. The Drummond Castle was a prominent vessel of the Castle Line, a British shipping company that operated transatlantic services between Europe and the Americas. Launched in February 1881, the steamer was a popular choice for tourists seeking to explore the Portuguese islands of Madeira and the Azores. The serene scene depicted in this image belies the tragic history of the Drummond Castle. In 1896, the ship met its end off the coast of Ushant, France, following a collision with a reef. The disaster resulted in the loss of all but three of the 245 passengers and crew onboard. Despite this unfortunate incident, the Drummond Castle continued to be a symbol of luxury and adventure during its heyday. The lantern slide offers a glimpse into a bygone era, transporting us back to a time when travel by sea was an exotic and thrilling experience. Madeira, an autonomous region of Portugal, is renowned for its volcanic landscapes, subtropical climate, and vibrant culture. The islands have long been a popular destination for tourists, attracting visitors from around the world with their natural beauty and rich history. This lantern slide is part of the Boswell Collection, a valuable archive of historical images held by Mary Evans Picture Library. It serves as a reminder of the past, offering a unique perspective on the history of travel and the allure of far-off lands.
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