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The French three-masted barque Magatlan, Falmouth Harbour, Cornwall. May 1905
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The French three-masted barque Magatlan, Falmouth Harbour, Cornwall. May 1905
The wooden three-masted French registered barque Magatlan brought to Falmouth harbour after being abandoned at sea and picked up by a British steamer. She was found dismasted and abandoned off the Ile Elenau on 17th May 1905. The steamer towed her into Falmouth where she was sold and taken to Gravelines to be broken up. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : SM.0006.1
Media ID 18203968
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Captured in a moment frozen in time, this print showcases the haunting beauty of the French three-masted barque Magatlan. Taken in Falmouth Harbour, Cornwall, during May 1905, it tells a tale of resilience and abandonment on treacherous seas. Once a majestic vessel sailing proudly across oceans, the Magatlan was left dismasted and deserted off the Ile Elenau. Fate intervened when a British steamer stumbled upon her lifeless form and towed her into Falmouth harbour. The image captures her fragile state as she awaited an uncertain future. The photographer remains unknown but their lens captured more than just wood and sails; it immortalized a ghostly presence that lingers within these waters. The worn hull bears witness to countless journeys undertaken by brave souls who dared to conquer the unpredictable sea. Now standing as a silent testament to maritime history, the Magatlan's final fate awaits her at Gravelines where she will be dismantled piece by piece. Yet even in this somber ending lies an enduring legacy - one that speaks of adventure, perseverance, and ultimately surrender to nature's unyielding power. This evocative photograph transports us back to an era when ships were lifelines connecting distant lands. It serves as both a reminder of our vulnerability against nature's forces and our indomitable spirit that propels us forward despite adversity.
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