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Leaving Melbourne
1917: Crowds line the dockside in Melbourne, as a troop ship prepares to depart. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11794320
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Bring a piece of history to your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring the evocative image "Leaving Melbourne" by Hulton Archive from Fine Art Storehouse (1917), this mug showcases a poignant moment in time as crowds line the dockside in Melbourne, bidding farewell to a troop ship preparing to depart. Each mug is expertly printed with high-quality, vibrant images that will add character and conversation to your morning coffee or afternoon tea. Order yours today and make every sip a journey through time.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8cm high x 9.5cm diameter (3.1" x 3.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Leaving Melbourne (1917) - A Glimpse into the Heartache of War
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This poignant photograph captures a significant moment in history as crowds gather along the dockside in Melbourne. The year is 1917, during the tumultuous years of World War I. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Storehouse, our eyes are drawn to a troop ship preparing to depart, leaving behind loved ones and embarking on an uncertain journey. The composition evokes a sense of anticipation mixed with sorrow. Faces filled with emotions line the dockside, bidding farewell to their brave soldiers who are about to embark on a perilous voyage across oceans and continents. The vessel stands tall against the backdrop of an overcast sky, symbolizing both hope and foreboding. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness not only the sacrifice made by those who serve but also the resilience displayed by their families left behind. It serves as a reminder that war affects not just those directly involved but entire communities torn apart by separation and loss. As we delve deeper into this historical image, it becomes evident that it represents more than just one nation's involvement in war; it encapsulates universal themes of duty, patriotism, love, and longing for home. This photograph transcends borders and speaks to all nations impacted by conflict. Through its stark monochrome aesthetic and powerful subject matter, "Leaving Melbourne" invites us to reflect on the human cost of war while honoring those who have served self
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