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Cunard Line - emigrants tin trunk, stencilled G King
Cunard Line - emigrants tin trunk with Cunard/Jones Brothers, Wolverhampton on the lock, and the name G. King stencilled on the front. 24 x 14 x 14 inches. (1 of 2) Date: 20th century
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This evocative photograph captures the image of a well-used Cunard Line emigrant tin trunk, measuring 24 x 14 x 14 inches, from the early 20th century. The tin trunk, with its battered yellow exterior, bears the stencilled markings of both the Cunard Line and the Jones Brothers of Wolverhampton on the lock. The name "G. King" is clearly visible, stencilled on the front. The Cunard Line was a prominent shipping company that played a significant role in the mass migration from Europe to North America during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This tin trunk would have been an essential item for emigrants making the journey across the Atlantic Ocean. The trunk would have contained all of their most valuable possessions, providing a sense of security and continuity in the face of an uncertain future. The Jones Brothers, based in Wolverhampton, were likely the manufacturers or suppliers of these trunks to the Cunard Line. The presence of their markings on the trunk indicates that it was part of an official Cunard Line shipping container, used specifically for the transportation of emigrant's belongings. The lock on the trunk is an essential feature, as it would have secured the trunk during the journey and protected the contents from the elements. The lock, along with the sturdy metal construction of the trunk, would have ensured that the emigrant's possessions arrived safely at their destination. This rare photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing a tangible connection to the history of ocean travel and the experiences of emigrants during the 20th century.
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