The Clacton Belle - family enjoying a rather choppy sail
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The Clacton Belle - family enjoying a rather choppy sail
The Clacton Belle - family enjoying a rather choppy sail off the Essex coast - a large paddlesteamer appears to be bearing down on the jolly boat at some speed.... Date: 1905
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Bearing Belle Choppy Clacton Crowded Enjoy Enjoying Essex Holiday Makers Holidaymakers Jolly Nervous Paddlesteamer Rough Sail Seas Seasick Unhappy
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A Family's Adventure: The Thrills and Chills of Sailing Off the Essex Coast in 1905 This photograph captures the excitement and anticipation, as well as the trepidation and uncertainty, of a family's sailing adventure off the Essex coast in 1905. The jolly boat, filled with holidaymakers eager to enjoy the day on the water, braves the rough seas as a large, ominous paddlesteamer approaches at an alarming speed. The Clacton Belle, a popular paddlesteamer, bears down on the smaller vessel, its powerful presence and size dwarfing the jolly boat. The family, consisting of both adults and children, cling to the sides of the boat, their expressions a mix of nervousness, excitement, and perhaps even a hint of seasickness. The crowded boat, with its precarious balance and the rough seas, adds to the sense of adventure and the potential for danger. Despite the choppy conditions, the family continues to enjoy their day at the seaside. Their laughter and joyful expressions, despite the circumstances, highlight the resilience and spirit of holidaymakers during this era. The Clacton Belle, with its grandeur and elegance, adds to the charm of the scene, making for a memorable and intriguing moment in time.
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