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French Herring Fleet
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French Herring Fleet
A group of civilians watching in Boulogne watching the French herring fleet go out to sea. Traditional working-class fisherman village folk are seen here. Fishing equipment is seen on the ground, and fishing boats are seen going off into the distance. Date: circa 1900
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Boulogne Fishermen Herring Poor Working Class
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This evocative photograph captures the scene of a French herring fleet setting sail from the quaint working-class village of Boulogne, France, around the turn of the twentieth century. The image presents a vivid tableau of the daily life of a traditional fishing community, as villagers gather at the water's edge to bid farewell to their loved ones and livelihoods. The women, dressed in modest Victorian attire, watch intently as their menfolk prepare to embark on the treacherous journey to the rich fishing grounds. Children, bundled up against the chill, play and explore the scene, oblivious to the hardships that lie ahead. The ground is strewn with an assortment of fishing equipment, from nets and lines to wooden crates and baskets, all testament to the communal effort required to sustain this rural way of life. In the background, small fishing boats, their sails billowing in the wind, make their way out to sea, disappearing into the distant horizon. The scene exudes a sense of resilience and determination, as the villagers of Boulogne bravely face the elements, driven by the promise of a bountiful catch. This poignant photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the sea provided sustenance and livelihoods for countless communities, and the rhythm of life was dictated by the ebb and flow of the tides.
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