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Gutting Herrings, Ardglass
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Gutting Herrings, Ardglass
Gutting Herrings, Ardglass - a crowd of people, mainly women are working at fish on the pier. In the background is a horse and cart and the fishing boats. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Down; Ardglass). Date: circa early 1900s
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Ardglass Gutting Herrings Pier
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Gutting Herrings, Ardglass: A Snapshot of Early 20th Century Coastal Life in Northern Ireland This evocative photograph captures a moment in time from the early 1900s, showcasing the daily routine of the community in Ardglass, County Down, Northern Ireland. The image presents a crowd of people, predominantly women, intently focused on their work as they gut herring fish on the pier. Their determined expressions and the rhythmic nature of their movements suggest that this is a well-practiced and essential task. In the background, a horse and cart stand ready to transport the freshly gutted fish to market or to the nearby smokehouses for preservation. The fishing boats, anchored in the harbor, testify to the town's reliance on the sea for sustenance and livelihood. Ardglass, a picturesque coastal village, has a rich maritime history. Its strategic location on the Irish Sea made it an ideal place for fishing, particularly for herring, which were abundant in these waters. The village's economy thrived on the production and export of herring and other fish. This photograph offers a glimpse into the lives of the people who lived and worked in Ardglass during this era. Their dedication and perseverance in the face of the elements and the physical demands of their labor reflect the resilience and resourcefulness of the community. The image also serves as a reminder of the close connection between the people and the sea, a bond that continues to define Ardglass and its people to this day.
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