Summary
Barbara Woods hanging out washing deckside on board MV Fairsea, 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
Barbara Woods hanging out washing deckside on board MV Fairsea, 1957. The bandaid on her arm is covering an infection resulting from her vaccinations. The washing line is strung up above the side rail of the deck and along its length. There are various garments pegged to it.
Physical Description
Landscape format, black and white photographic reproduction. Taken on board the MV Fairsea, 1957. Barbara hanging out washing deckside. The bandaid on her arm is covering an infection resulting from her vaccinations.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from 12 Nov 2002
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Format
Photograph, Black & White
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Inscriptions
Front, in blule ink; "WASHING DAY ON BOARD SHIP"
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Image Dimensions - Photograph
20.4 cm (Length), 25.3 cm (Width)
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