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GOLD RUSH: BRITISH CARTOON. The Rush to California

GOLD RUSH: BRITISH CARTOON. The Rush to California


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GOLD RUSH: BRITISH CARTOON. The Rush to California

GOLD RUSH: BRITISH CARTOON.
The Rush to California. Cartoon from Punch, by Richard Doyle showing British men rowing across the ocean, bound for California, c1849

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1840 1840s 1849 1850 1850s Atlantic Ocean California Doyle Forty Niner Gold Gold Rush Goldmine Irish Punch Richard Rowboat Rowing Satire Scottish Victorian


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The captivating print titled "GOLD RUSH: BRITISH CARTOON. The Rush to California" takes us back to the mid-19th century during the height of the gold rush era. Created by Richard Doyle and featured in Punch magazine, this satirical cartoon offers a humorous depiction of British men embarking on an adventurous journey across the vast Atlantic Ocean towards California. In this whimsical engraving, we see a rowboat filled with determined individuals from various backgrounds - English, Irish, and Scottish - all seeking their fortunes in the golden promise of America's West Coast. With oars in hand and determination etched on their faces, these brave souls symbolize the spirit of exploration and ambition that defined this transformative period. Doyle's artwork not only captures the maritime aspect of travel but also serves as a social commentary on Victorian society. Through his clever satire, he highlights how people from different walks of life were drawn together by dreams of wealth and prosperity. This historical snapshot transports us back to a time when countless adventurers risked everything for a chance at striking it rich in California's gold mines. It reminds us that throughout history, humans have always been driven by hope and opportunity – willing to cross oceans and face unknown challenges in pursuit of their dreams.

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