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On deck on the way to Holiday in Norway
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On deck on the way to Holiday in Norway
Slightly windswept passengers on deck aboard the ferry on the way to a Holiday in Norway. Sitting on wicker chairs close to the rail, wrapped up in raincoats and mittens! Date: early 1950s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Aboard Close Deck Deckchairs Ferry Holidaymakers Journey Norway Passengers Sits Tourists Travellers Travelling Wicker
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On Deck on the Way to Holiday in Norway: A Snapshot of European Travel in the Early 1950s This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the essence of travel in the post-war era, as holidaymakers make their way across the water to Norway aboard a ferry. The slightly windswept passengers sit on wicker chairs, huddled close to the railing, wrapped up in raincoats and mittens against the chill of the North Sea. The date, early 1950s, adds to the historical significance of the image. The ferry, with its distinctive profile and funnel, cuts through the waves, carrying its human cargo towards their holiday destination. The journey, though perhaps not the most comfortable or luxurious, was an essential part of the adventure for these intrepid travellers. European travel in the 1950s was a time of exploration and discovery, as people sought to reconnect with the continent after the devastation of World War II. Ferries like this one provided an affordable and accessible means of travel for many, allowing them to experience new cultures and landscapes. The photograph also serves as a reminder of the simple pleasures of travel, as the passengers take in the sights and sounds of the sea, enjoying each other's company and the anticipation of their holiday in Norway. The image is a snapshot of a bygone era, a time when travel was an adventure, and the journey was just as important as the destination.
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