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Ten Pound Poms a colloquial term used in Australia to describe British subjects who
Ten Pound Poms a colloquial term used in Australia to describe British subjects who migrated to Australia after the Second World War under an assisted passage scheme created by the Australian Government. The scheme attracted over one million British migrants between 1945 and 1972 and represented the last substantial scheme for preferential migration from the United Kingdom to Australia. Our Picture Shows: 42 year old butcher Ron Cooke, his wife and 10 children about to board th liner Southern Cross at Southampton. Ron answer an advert placed by the Australian Government for oversize families wishing to emigrate. 19th February 1969 watscan - - 29/01/2010
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Crane Docks Emigration Ship Soft Toy
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This print from Memory Lane Prints encapsulates the essence of the "Ten Pound Poms" migration era in Australia. The image showcases a moment frozen in time, as 42-year-old butcher Ron Cooke, accompanied by his wife and their ten children, prepares to embark on an extraordinary journey aboard the liner Southern Cross at Southampton. Intriguingly, Ron's decision to migrate was prompted by an advert placed by the Australian Government specifically targeting oversize families seeking a new life down under. This snapshot captures both the hope and uncertainty that must have filled their hearts as they stood on those docks in February 1969. The significance of this photograph extends beyond just one family's story; it represents a larger narrative of post-World War II migration patterns between Britain and Australia. The assisted passage scheme devised by the Australian Government successfully enticed over one million British subjects to make this life-altering move between 1945 and 1972. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to an era defined by dreams of opportunity and adventure. The presence of a soft toy held tightly in one child's hand serves as a poignant reminder that amidst all the excitement, there were also moments of vulnerability for these brave individuals leaving behind everything familiar. This print is not merely historical documentation but rather an evocative window into a significant chapter in both personal lives and global history. It stands as testament to the enduring spirit of exploration and resilience that continues to shape our world today.
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