Greetings Card : Relatives and friends scanning the fateful lists at the Cana
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Relatives and friends scanning the fateful lists at the Cana
Scanning the fateful lists for news. Relatives and friends of passengers on the Empress of Ireland making inquiries at the Canadian Pacific Railway offices in Cockspur Steet
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Media ID 4358734
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Ca Na Cockspur Empress Fateful Friends Lists Offices Pacific Passengers Relatives Scanning Steet Inquiries
Greetings Card (A5)
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards collection: "Scanning the Fateful Lists." This evocative image captures the somber atmosphere of relatives and friends gathered at the Canadian Pacific Railway offices in Cockspur Street, anxiously scanning the lists for any news of their loved ones aboard the Empress of Ireland. This beautifully detailed, black and white photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online transports us back in time, invoking a sense of history and nostalgia. The intricate textures and nuanced expressions on the faces of those in the crowd add depth and emotion to this poignant scene. Our high-quality greeting cards are perfect for expressing your thoughts and feelings on special occasions or simply to brighten someone's day. Share this moving piece of history with your loved ones and let them know you're thinking of them. Order now and let the power of this timeless image speak for itself.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This historical print captures a poignant moment in time as relatives and friends anxiously scan the fateful lists at the Canadian Pacific Railway offices in Cockspur Street. It is June 6th, 1914, and loved ones of passengers aboard the ill-fated Empress of Ireland are desperately seeking news about their fate.
The atmosphere is tense as people huddle around the lists, hoping for any sign of their missing family members or friends. The gravity of the situation is palpable in their expressions - a mix of fear, uncertainty, and sorrow.
In this snapshot from history, we are reminded of the fragility of life and how quickly tragedy can strike. The import of this moment cannot be overstated as each name on those lists represents a story cut short or a future left uncertain.
As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to that day when worry hung heavy in the air and every passing minute felt like an eternity. It serves as a reminder to cherish our loved ones while we have them and to never take for granted the precious gift of time together.
This print is not just a piece of history but a powerful testament to human resilience in times of adversity.
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