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Dinner on board an Emigrant Ship, 1844
Engraving showing life below decks on board an emigrant ship heading from Britain to Australia, 1844. The image shows the sleeping, eating and living area for the emigrant families
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1844 Area Decks Dinner Eating Emigrant Families Heading Living Sleeping
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This engraving, titled 'Dinner on board an Emigrant Ship, 1844,' offers a glimpse into the cramped and challenging living conditions endured by families during their voyage from Britain to Australia. The image, published by ILN (Illustrated London News), depicts the communal area below decks where emigrants would eat, sleep, and pass the long days and nights at sea. The scene is filled with a sense of hustle and bustle as families prepare for their evening meal. Wooden tables are set with plates, utensils, and steaming pots, while children play and adults chat amongst themselves. The close quarters are evident, with families sharing the limited space with their livestock and belongings. The emigrant ships were a vital part of the historical migration from Europe to Australia, with over 600,000 people making the journey between 1831 and 1850. The journey was long and arduous, taking up to three months, and the living conditions on board were often cramped, unsanitary, and disease-ridden. Despite these challenges, the promise of a new life in Australia drew thousands of people to make the journey. The image of 'Dinner on board an Emigrant Ship, 1844,' serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and hardships faced by those who made the journey and the close-knit community that developed amongst the passengers. This historical engraving, now available from Mary Evans Prints Online, provides a unique insight into the daily life of emigrant families on board ship during the mid-19th century. It is a valuable resource for historians, educators, and anyone interested in the history of migration and the human spirit of perseverance.
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