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Convict Ship
circa 1870: Convicts on a ship bound for Botany Bay, Australia. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Convict Ship
Media ID 9871353
1870 1879 Black Black And White Botany Bay Chain Consumerproduct Finance Group Human Role Males Nautical Vessel Prisoner Tied Up Transportation White Format Evacuation Prison Transport H
Greetings Card (A5)
"Step back in time with our Convict Ship greeting card from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring an evocative image from the Hulton Archive. Dated circa 1870, this powerful photograph captures the stark reality of convict life as they were transported to Australia, bound for Botany Bay. This unique and historic greeting card is perfect for those with a passion for history, or for someone embarking on a new journey. Send a piece of the past with every message."
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the year 1870, offering a glimpse into a significant chapter of Australia's history. The image showcases a group of convicts aboard a nautical vessel bound for Botany Bay, Australia. As we observe the prisoners on deck, their faces tell stories of hardship and resilience. The composition is strikingly powerful as it captures the essence of this historical moment. The chain that binds them symbolizes the loss of freedom these individuals endured, while also serving as a reminder of their crimes. Their expressions reveal mixed emotions - some resigned to their fate, others perhaps filled with hope for redemption in this new land. Transportation played an integral role in shaping Australian society during this era. This photo serves as evidence of how convicts were forcibly relocated from their homeland to serve out their sentences far away from familiar surroundings. The landscape surrounding them hints at the vastness and untamed beauty awaiting these men upon arrival in Botany Bay. It was here that they would face immense challenges but also find opportunities for rebirth and transformation. As we reflect on this image captured by Hulton Archive/Getty Images, it reminds us not only of Australia's convict past but also prompts contemplation about justice systems throughout history and our own roles within them.
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