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Female passengers and crew members in group portrait aboard ship, 1894 or 1895. Creator: Alfred Lee Broadbent
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Female passengers and crew members in group portrait aboard ship, 1894 or 1895. Creator: Alfred Lee Broadbent
Female passengers and crew members in group portrait aboard ship, 1894 or 1895. In album: Documentary photographs of Alaska and the islands off its northern coast, 1894-1895, l. 3, no. 3
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Activities Activity Alaska Alaska United States Of America Alaskan Alfred Lee Broadbent Broadbent Alfred Lee Crew Crewman Crewmen Documentary Passenger Passengers Photographic Sailor Sailors Social Life Traveller Travellers Travelling Group Portrait Meeting Of Frontiers White And Black
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This evocative black and white group portrait, captured by Alfred Lee Broadbent in 1894 or 1895, offers a glimpse into the social fabric of a voyage to Alaska during the late 19th century. The image, titled "Female passengers and crew members aboard ship," is part of Broadbent's extensive documentary collection of Alaska and the islands off its northern coast, housed in the Library of Congress. The photograph features an intriguing assembly of women and men, both passengers and crew members, gathered on the deck of a ship. Some women are dressed in elegant Victorian attire, while others wear practical clothing more suitable for life at sea. The crew, consisting of men in sailor uniforms, are seen in the background, engaging in various tasks or looking on curiously as the women pose for the camera. The meeting of frontiers – the encounter between the refined world of the passengers and the rugged, working life of the crew – is beautifully captured in this image. The women, with their demure expressions and poised demeanor, contrast sharply with the active, hardworking men in the background. The ship, with its sails billowing in the wind, serves as a reminder of the journey that brought these individuals together, and the vast, uncharted territory that lay ahead. This photograph not only provides a historical record of a bygone era but also offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the late 19th century. The diverse group of people, their clothing, and the setting all contribute to a captivating visual narrative that continues to intrigue and inspire.
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