ferry landing - Moulmein
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ferry landing - Moulmein
Ferry landing - Moulmein - Two days ago a river ferry was heavily laden with rubber and seventy passengers. In midstream suddenly split open with rot. None survived the ebbing tide. We all take a sampan along the waterfront. Date: 1951
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1951 Days Ferry Heavily Laden Landing Moulmein Passengers Rubber Sampan Seventy Split Suddenly Survived Tide Water Front Ebbing None
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph taken in Moulmein, Burma, in 1951, a once bustling ferry landing is now a somber scene. Two days prior, a heavily laden river ferry, filled with seventy passengers and an abundance of rubber, suddenly split open in midstream due to rotting hull. Tragically, none of the passengers survived as the ebbing tide carried them away. The image captures the raw emotion and devastation that followed the incident. The waterfront, once teeming with activity, now stands still as onlookers make their way to the scene in sampans. The 1950s era is palpable in the worn clothing and simple boats, transporting us back in time. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of life in the 1950s, where the reliance on water transportation was a daily necessity. The split ferry is a haunting symbol of the unpredictability of nature and the fragility of human life. Despite the tragic events, the photograph also showcases the resilience and community spirit of those affected. The people of Moulmein come together to bear witness to the aftermath, offering a glimpse into the human connection that transcends time and place. This powerful image, taken from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive, offers a poignant snapshot of history, inviting us to reflect on the past and the lessons it holds for us today.
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