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The herring harvest at Great Yarmouth. Busy scenes at Fishwharf where the drifters
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The herring harvest at Great Yarmouth. Busy scenes at Fishwharf where the drifters
The herring harvest at Great Yarmouth.
Busy scenes at Fishwharf where the drifters come alongside to unload their catches. The fishing season has just commenced and will last for about six weeks. The herrings are gutted and pickled by Scottish and Irish girls. Many hundreds of barrels of herrings are exported to the Continent.
October 1952
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Media ID 21372814
© Mirrorpix
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The Herring Harvest at Great Yarmouth: A Glimpse into a Bustling Fishing Industry In this print from October 1952, we are transported back in time to witness the vibrant scenes at Fishwharf in Great Yarmouth. The image captures the essence of an industry that was once the lifeblood of this coastal town. As fishing boats known as drifters come alongside, their decks overflowing with freshly caught herring, the atmosphere is electric with activity. Men and women rush about, working tirelessly to unload and process the precious cargo. This marks the beginning of a six-week-long fishing season that holds immense significance for both local communities and international trade. Scottish and Irish girls take center stage as they skillfully gut and pickle these silver treasures from the sea. Their expertise ensures that hundreds of barrels filled with succulent herrings will be exported to eager markets across Europe. The photograph not only showcases a thriving industry but also provides a glimpse into an era when traditional methods were still widely employed. It serves as a reminder of how vital fishing was for sustenance, employment, and economic growth during those times. This remarkable snapshot from Memory Lane Prints offers us an opportunity to appreciate the dedication and hard work put forth by generations past in order to sustain our food supply chains while fostering cultural exchange through international exports.
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