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The Quay at Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife, Spain
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The Quay at Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife, Spain
The Quay at Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain. Date: 1913
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Barrels Boxes Canaries Canary Cargo Cruz Dock Docks Feb16 Loading Pier Quay Quayside Shipping Steamers Tenerife Unloading Vessels Waterfront Wharf Santa
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling activity at The Quay in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain, in the year 1913. The image portrays a vibrant harbor scene filled with ships of various sizes and shapes, anchored at the pier and quay. The dockworkers are busy unloading and loading cargo from the vessels, using cranes and ropes to move boxes, barrels, and other goods. Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the largest city in the Canary Islands, was an essential port during the early 20th century due to its strategic location in the Atlantic Ocean. The Quay served as a gateway for the import and export of various goods, including agricultural produce, wines, and textiles, making it a vital economic hub for the region. The photograph showcases the intricate dance of the dockworkers as they navigate the heavy cargo, skillfully maneuvering it from the ships to the quay and vice versa. The steamers and vessels in the background add to the sense of industry and progress, while the waterfront's natural beauty is evident in the calm, clear waters and the lush greenery in the distance. This photograph is a testament to the rich maritime history of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and the Canary Islands, offering a glimpse into the past and the daily life of the port community during a time when international trade played a significant role in shaping the world.
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