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The Koh-I-Noor Nearing Harwich, c1896. Artist: Chester Vaughan
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The Koh-I-Noor Nearing Harwich, c1896. Artist: Chester Vaughan
The Koh-I-Noor Nearing Harwich, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]
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The Koh-I-Noor Nearing Harwich, c1896 - A Glimpse into Victorian Water Transport
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. This print captures the grandeur of "The Koh-I-Noor" steamboat as it approaches the bustling port of Harwich in Essex, England. Taken by talented artist Chester Vaughan and featured in the book "Pictorial England and Wales" this image offers a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century transportation. Against a backdrop of an expansive North Sea, we see the majestic vessel with its prominent funnel billowing smoke. The ship's exterior is adorned with flags fluttering proudly in the wind, symbolizing Britain's maritime heritage. As passengers eagerly await their departure or arrival on the pier, men and women can be seen engrossed in conversation or lost in thought. The scene exudes a sense of anticipation and adventure as people from all walks of life gather to embark on their journeys. Women dressed elegantly in Victorian attire stand alongside men donning top hats and suits, showcasing societal norms of that era. "The Koh-I-Noor" represents not only a mode of transport but also a connection between nations. Its name evokes images of exotic lands while reminding us that Britain was once at the forefront of global trade and exploration. Through this vintage photograph, we are transported back to a time when steamboats were marvels of engineering prowess and water transport was essential for travel across vast distances. It serves as a testament to our rich historical legacy while inviting us
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