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Two families on board the liner Cameronia at Liverpool docks
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Two families on board the liner Cameronia at Liverpool docks
Two families on board the liner Cameronia at Liverpool docks, having returned from Australia where they had emigrated eighteen months previously. The families were quoted as saying that they would rather die in England than live in Australia. 8 April, 1951
Sayle
Daily Herald
Mirrorpix
England
Media ID 21629431
© Mirrorpix
Bame Deck Ethnic Immigration Liner Medium Group Of People Minority Ship Mixed Age Range
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Captured in this poignant photo print, we witness the profound emotions of two families who have just disembarked from the liner Cameronia at Liverpool docks. Having journeyed back from Australia, where they had emigrated eighteen months ago, their expressions tell a story of mixed feelings and conflicting sentiments. Intriguingly, these families were quoted as saying that they would rather face death in England than continue living in Australia. This statement unveils a deep-rooted struggle experienced by many immigrants during the 1950s - torn between longing for their homeland and the pursuit of better opportunities abroad. The diverse composition of this group highlights the ethnic diversity prevalent on board liners like Cameronia during that era. A medium-sized gathering representing various minority backgrounds can be seen standing together on the ship's deck. Their faces reflect both weariness from a long voyage and hope for what lies ahead. This photograph also serves as a reminder of an immigration program known as 'Ten Pound Poms, ' which aimed to encourage British citizens to migrate to Australia by offering affordable passage fares. However, it is evident that not all who embarked on this journey found fulfillment or contentment across oceans. Preserved through time by Sayle's lens, this image encapsulates the complexities surrounding migration decisions and sheds light on personal narratives often overlooked in historical accounts.
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