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The ship, Cospatrick in flames
Emigrant ship, the Cospatrick on fire at sea. On discovery of the fire, the crew tried to extingush the flames, but the wind spread them around the ship. Once the passengers were aware of the fire, panic set in and people tried to save themselves by jumping overboard, many drowning as a result. Some managed to get into the lifeboats, however, only two remained afloat and all the passengers perished. Out of 429 Emigrant passengers and crew of 45, only three people survived
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1875 Afloat Aware Crew Discovery Drowning Emigrant Flames Jumping Life Boats Managed Overboard Panic Passengers Perished Remained Result Save Spread Survived Wind Cospatrick
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting image captures the tragic fate of the emigrant ship, Cospatrick, as it is engulfed in flames at sea. The crew's desperate attempts to extinguish the fire were futile, as the wind only served to spread the flames further. Once the passengers became aware of the danger, panic ensued and many chose to jump overboard in a bid for survival.
The heartbreaking reality is that most of those who leaped into the icy waters ended up drowning, unable to withstand the unforgiving sea. Some managed to make it into lifeboats, but only two remained afloat amidst the chaos and devastation. Out of a total of 429 emigrant passengers and 45 crew members on board, only three individuals ultimately survived this harrowing ordeal.
This historical event serves as a stark reminder of both human resilience and vulnerability in times of crisis. The sheer terror and desperation faced by those on board are palpable in this image, immortalizing a moment that will forever be etched in maritime history.
As we gaze upon this print from Mary Evans Prints Online, we are reminded of the fragility of life and how quickly circumstances can change at sea. May we never forget those who perished aboard the ill-fated Cospatrick on that fateful day in January 1875.
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