Item MM 85039 Photograph - Trade Boats Alongside MV Fairsea, Port Said, Egypt, 1957

Summary

Trade boats or 'bum boats' next to the MV Fairsea, Port Said, 1957.

Barbara and John Woods migrated to Australia as assisted migrants from Buckinghamshire on the MV Fairsea in 1957. The Barbara and John Woods Collection comprises documents and photographs that provide a comprehensive insight into the Woods' immigration experience, from the issuing of their passage tickets, to their arrival in Melbourne.

Description of Content

MV Fairsea, 1957. Merchandise sellers in 'bum boats' alongside the Fairsea in Port Said. There are five boats visible in the water, all of which are full of various goods including hats and bags.

Physical Description

Landscape format, black and white photograph. Taken on board the MV Fairsea, 1957. Merchandise sellers in 'bum boats' alongside the Fairsea in Port Said (from whom Barbara bought the handbag). Merchandise was hauled up onto the ship in baskets where it was viewed and bartering undertaken.