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Remains of the French three-masted barque Seine at Perranporth, Cornwall. 1901
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Remains of the French three-masted barque Seine at Perranporth, Cornwall. 1901
The remains of the French three-masted steel barque Seine driven ashore at Perranporth in December 1900. The photograph was taken in the summer of 1901. At 2185 tons gross, the Seine was built in 1889 by La Porte in Rouen and owned by A.D. Bordes et Fils of Bordeaux. Eighty one days out of Iquique and bound for Falmouth carrying nitrates, she was driven ashore at Perranporth on 27th December 1900. Her master was Captain Guimper. All crew members were rescued by the combined efforts of the St Agnes and Perranporth rocket brigades. Photographer: Herbert Hughes
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Media ID 18203976
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This print captures the haunting remains of the French three-masted barque Seine, stranded on the shores of Perranporth, Cornwall in 1901. The once majestic vessel, constructed with steel and boasting a gross tonnage of 2185 tons, was built by La Porte in Rouen back in 1889. Owned by A. D. Bordes et Fils of Bordeaux, the Seine met its tragic fate while en route from Iquique to Falmouth carrying precious nitrates. On that fateful day of December 27th, 1900, relentless forces of nature drove her ashore at Perranporth. Despite this devastating event, Captain Guimper skillfully managed to ensure the safety and rescue of all crew members thanks to the heroic efforts made by both St Agnes and Perranporth rocket brigades. The photograph itself was taken during the summer following this maritime disaster by Herbert Hughes. It serves as a poignant reminder not only of the power and unpredictability of nature but also pays tribute to those who risked their lives for others amidst treacherous conditions. Preserved within this image is a testament to human resilience against adversity and an enduring symbol that stands as a reminder along Cornwall's coastline - forever reminding us that even in moments where destruction seems inevitable; hope can still be found among wreckage.
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