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Loading a Steamship, Woolwich, 1884

Engraving showing the loading of rails and other materials for the Souakim Railway onto a steamship, at Woolwich, 1884. Stevedores and dockworkers are visible, preparing the load for the ship and supervising its transfer to the ships hold

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1884 Hold Load Loading Materials Preparing Rails Steam Ship Supervising Transfer Visible Woolwich Dock Workers Souakim Stevedores


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This engraving, titled 'Loading a Steamship, Woolwich, 1884,' offers a fascinating glimpse into the past of international trade and transportation. The image depicts the meticulous process of loading rails and other materials for the Souakim Railway onto a steamship at Woolwich, England, in 1884. The steamship, with its impressive size and decoraive details, dominates the scene, ready to set sail and carry the precious cargo across the sea. Stevedores and dockworkers, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, are hard at work, preparing the load for the ship and supervising its transfer to the ship's hold. Their determined expressions and focused body language convey the importance and urgency of their task. The intricate rigging and ropes, used to secure the heavy cargo, add to the sense of industry and efficiency. The historical significance of this engraving lies in the fact that it captures a moment in time when the world was becoming increasingly interconnected through trade and transportation. The Souakim Railway, a vital infrastructure project, required the import of materials from abroad, and the steamship was the most efficient means of transportation. The image also highlights the human element of this process, with the visible presence of the dockworkers and stevedores. Their labor was essential to the smooth operation of international trade, and their skills and expertise were crucial to the safe and efficient loading and unloading of cargo. Overall, this engraving is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the complex and intricate process of international trade during the late 19th century. It offers a glimpse into the past, when steamships were the backbone of global commerce and the world was becoming more interconnected than ever before.

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