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Emigrants at Cork
On the quay at Cork, emigrants wait to sail to the Americas
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Media ID 576016
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1851 Cork Emigrants Emigration Leaving Quay Sail Wait
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 16.1cm (9.3" x 6.3")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the poignant moment of departure for a group of emigrants at the quay in Cork, Ireland, in 1851. The scene is one of hope and anticipation, tinged with sadness and uncertainty. The emigrants, dressed in their best clothes and carrying their meager belongings, stand on the edge of the pier, gazing out at the ships that will carry them across the Atlantic to the Americas. The ships, with their sails full and masts towering high, seem to beckon them towards a new life filled with promise and opportunity. The year was 1851, a time when mass emigration from Ireland was at its peak due to the Great Famine. Thousands of people were leaving their homeland in search of a better future, often leaving behind families and loved ones. The journey was long and arduous, and many did not survive the voyage. Despite the risks, the allure of a new life in the Americas was too strong to resist. The emigrants in this photograph are a testament to the human spirit and the enduring desire for a better future. They stand on the threshold of a new world, filled with hope and determination, ready to face whatever challenges may come their way. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the rich history of emigration from Ireland and the courage and resilience of those who made the journey. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices that were made and the dreams that were pursued, and it continues to inspire and captivate us today.
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