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Missionary Exhibition, Boscawen Street, Truro, Cornwall. 1913
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Missionary Exhibition, Boscawen Street, Truro, Cornwall. 1913
Part of the display of the Missionary Exhibition in the Council Chambers of the City Hall. Photographer: Arthur William Jordan
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TRURI : 1972.2.111
Media ID 14547172
© From the collection of the RIC
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This print captures a momentous event in Truro, Cornwall, back in 1913. The Missionary Exhibition held at Boscawen Street showcased the remarkable efforts and achievements of missionaries from around the world. In this particular image, we are transported to the Council Chambers of the City Hall, where an array of fascinating displays were set up for visitors to explore. The photographer, Arthur William Jordan, skillfully frames this scene with impeccable detail. The composition reveals a bustling atmosphere filled with eager onlookers immersed in their exploration of various exhibits. Each display represents a unique corner of the globe where dedicated missionaries have ventured to spread their message and provide aid. The photograph's black-and-white tones lend it an air of nostalgia and timelessness. It serves as both a historical document and a testament to human compassion and curiosity about distant lands. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we can almost hear whispers exchanged between attendees discussing exotic artifacts or marveling at photographs depicting faraway cultures. Preserved by the Royal Cornwall Museum, this print acts as a window into our past—an opportunity to reflect on how societies have evolved since that era while recognizing the enduring spirit of adventure and humanitarianism that drove these early missionaries forward.
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