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The Emigrant Ship Artemisia en route for Australia
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The Emigrant Ship Artemisia en route for Australia
(Top) The Emigrant Ship Artemisia en route for Moreton Bay, New South Wales, Australia. (Bottom) Emigrants on the deck of the ship. Date: 1848
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1840s 1848 Artemisia Australian Deck Depart Departs Departure Emigrant Emigrants Emigrate Families Leave Leaving Moreton Onboard Route
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This evocative image captures the moment of departure for the emigrant ship Artemisia as it sets sail from Britain towards Moreton Bay, New South Wales, Australia in 1848. The top portion of the photograph shows the ship in full regalia, cutting through the waves with sails billowing in the wind. The bottom half of the image reveals the human side of this historic journey, with emigrants huddled on the deck, their faces etched with a mix of anticipation and apprehension. The 1840s saw a significant increase in emigration from Europe to Australia, driven by economic hardship and the promise of a better life in the colonies. The Artemisia, one of many ships making the long voyage, carried hundreds of passengers, including families and individuals seeking a new beginning. The journey was not an easy one. Conditions on board were cramped, and the long voyage across the Atlantic and Indian Oceans was fraught with danger. Disease, storms, and the ever-present threat of piracy were constant challenges. Yet, despite these hardships, the lure of a new life in Australia proved too strong for many. The image of the Artemisia and its passengers serves as a poignant reminder of the human stories behind the historical records. It is a testament to the courage and determination of those who left their homeland in search of a better future, and to the enduring allure of the land down under.
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