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Barge and windmill, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
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Barge and windmill, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
A picturesque view of a sailing barge and Archers Windmill at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. The Georgiana, a spritsail barge owned by Smeed Dean & Co of Kent, has just unloaded her cargo of bricks at the Windmill Dock.
1893
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1893 Archer Barge Bricks Cargo Dean Dock Essex Georgiana Goods Mill Naze Sails Unloaded Walton Wind Wind Mill Delivery
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A captivating view of the picturesque coastal scene at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, in the year 1893, showcases the serene beauty of a sailing barge, the Georgiana, and the Archers Windmill. The Georgiana, a spritsail barge owned by Smeed Dean & Co of Kent, has just completed its delivery at the Windmill Dock. The barge's sails, billowing in the wind, create a striking contrast against the calm blue sea, while the windmill, with its tall, white sails turning gracefully, stands proudly against the backdrop of the sky. The Georgiana, a symbol of the maritime industry during the Victorian era, had traveled across the North Sea to deliver its valuable cargo of bricks to Walton-on-the-Naze. The bricks, carefully unloaded from the barge, would be transported to various construction sites to build and repair homes and structures. The sight of the barge and windmill, with the coastal town in the distance, is a testament to the interconnectedness of industries and the reliance on the sea for transportation during this period. The Georgiana's arrival at the Windmill Dock marks the end of a long journey, and the beginning of a new chapter for the bricks that will be used to build and shape the town. The peaceful scene, with the windmill's sails turning in the breeze and the barge's cargo being unloaded, is a reminder of the simple pleasures and hard work that once defined life along the Essex coast. This photograph, taken in 1893, offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the history and traditions of Walton-on-the-Naze.
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