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HALIFAX HARBOR, 1917. View from the Richmond side of Halifax Harbor following the
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HALIFAX HARBOR, 1917. View from the Richmond side of Halifax Harbor following the
HALIFAX HARBOR, 1917.
View from the Richmond side of Halifax Harbor following the disastrous explosion and fire of 6 December 1917, with the Belgian relief ship Imo visible in the background and the French munitions ship with which it had collided, the Mont Blanc, concealed by a mound of debris in the foreground
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Media ID 12423533
1917 Beach Belgian Canadian December Destruction Explosion Halifax Harbor Mont Blanc Rubble Seashore Shipwreck
EDITORS COMMENTS
Halifax Harbor, 1917: A Glimpse into the Aftermath of Devastation". This poignant print captures the haunting aftermath of the catastrophic explosion and fire that shook Halifax Harbor on December 6th, 1917. From the vantage point of Richmond's shoreline, we witness a scene marred by destruction and despair. In this somber image, our eyes are drawn to the Belgian relief ship Imo standing tall in the background. It serves as a stark reminder of hope amidst chaos, symbolizing international aid efforts during these trying times. However, it is overshadowed by an immense mound of debris in the foreground - remnants from its fateful collision with the French munitions ship Mont Blanc. The sheer scale of devastation is palpable as one gazes upon this photograph. The once bustling harbor now resembles a desolate wasteland strewn with rubble and wreckage. The early morning light casts an eerie glow over what was once a vibrant seashore. This visual testament to tragedy invites us to reflect on both human resilience and fragility. It serves as a solemn tribute to those who lost their lives or were forever scarred by this calamity. As we contemplate this historical artifact captured by photographer 140_1681109, let us remember not only the horrors endured but also how communities rallied together in unity and compassion during such dark times.
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