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DEVONPORT MAIL IN SNOW
The driver of the Devonport Mail encourages his team to race through a snowdrift. Date: circa 1825
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Media ID 20156029
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1825 Devonport Driver Encourages Mail Snowdrift Stagecoaches
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 18.1cm (9.3" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Amidst the harsh winter of Devonport, circa 1825, a determined driver and his dedicated team of horses press on through a formidable snowdrift, undeterred by the treacherous conditions. The Devonport Mail, a vital means of transportation and communication in this era before the widespread use of telegraphs and telephones, must deliver its important messages and parcels, no matter the weather. The driver, bundled up against the cold, urges his team forward with a wave of his gloved hand, spurring them on with a mixture of encouragement and urgency. The horses, their breath visible in the frigid air, strain against their harnesses, their muscles rippling with the effort of pushing through the deep snow. Despite the challenges, the team plows through the drifts, their progress marked by the tracks left behind in the pristine white snow. The stagecoach, a sturdy conveyance, follows close behind, its wheels spinning in the snow as it clings to the icy road. This photograph, a captivating glimpse into the past, offers a fascinating look at the resilience and determination of those who braved the elements to keep the mail moving. The scene is a testament to the indomitable spirit of transportation in the face of adversity, and a reminder of the vital role that mail delivery played in connecting communities in a time before modern communication methods.
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