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Ray Price, secretary of Garston Boat users Association, standing in front of his
Ray Price, secretary of Garston Boat users Association, standing in front of his vandalised boat. Mersey fishermen have been under threat from sinister arsonists who have wrecked boats worth thousands of pounds. Garston is a district of Liverpool, Merseyside. 2nd May 1991
Frank Loughlin
Liverpool Post and Echo Archive
Mirrorpix
Garston
Merseyside
England
Media ID 21693448
© Mirrorpix
Attacks Boats Fisherman Fishing Garston Merseyside Shore Vandalism Arson Vandals
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The photograph captures a somber moment in the life of Ray Price, secretary of the Garston Boat Users Association. Standing in front of his vandalized boat, Ray's expression reflects both frustration and determination. The image serves as a stark reminder of the sinister threat that Mersey fishermen faced during the 1990s. In this close-knit community, where fishing is not just an industry but a way of life, boats worth thousands of pounds were mercilessly wrecked by unknown arsonists. The attacks left these hardworking individuals grappling with significant financial losses and shattered dreams. Garston, a district nestled within Liverpool's vibrant landscape, became the epicenter for these acts of vandalism. As waves crashed against the shore nearby, local fisherman like Ray found themselves at odds with faceless vandals who sought to disrupt their livelihoods. Frank Loughlin's poignant print freezes this pivotal moment in time when resilience met adversity head-on. It encapsulates not only Ray's personal struggle but also symbolizes the collective strength and unity among Mersey fishermen during those challenging times. Decades may have passed since that fateful day on May 2nd, 1991; however, this photograph remains a testament to their unwavering spirit and determination to protect what they hold dear – their boats and their way of life on the sea.
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