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The Collision in the Channel, landing of the Survivors from the Avalanche and Forest (engraving)
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The Collision in the Channel, landing of the Survivors from the Avalanche and Forest (engraving)
1589641 The Collision in the Channel, landing of the Survivors from the Avalanche and Forest (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Collision in the Channel, landing of the Survivors from the Avalanche and Forest. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 22 September 1877.
W H Overend); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22317310
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Avalanche Channel Collision Dorset English Channel Landing Lifeboats Survivors Accidents
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This print captures the dramatic scene of "The Collision in the Channel, landing of the Survivors from the Avalanche and Forest". Created by William Heysham Overend in 1877, this engraving showcases a momentous event that unfolded off the coast of Dorset, England. The image depicts a collision between two vessels amidst an unforgiving sea, with survivors desperately making their way to safety. As chaos ensues on the water, lifeboats can be seen rushing to rescue those stranded in peril. The treacherous nature of both an avalanche and a forest adds another layer of danger to this already harrowing situation. The shoreline serves as a stark reminder of how close disaster came to engulfing these individuals. "The Collision in the Channel" is not only a testament to human resilience but also highlights the bravery and selflessness exhibited by those who risked their lives for others. This powerful visual narrative was originally published in The Illustrated London News, capturing public attention and reminding society of both the perils and heroism found at sea. Through this photo print, viewers are transported back in time to witness firsthand one fateful day on England's coastline—a moment frozen forever within this remarkable work of art.
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