Summary

Black and white portrait of George and Gertrude Palmer, taken in England around 1946-47. It was brought to Australia by George Palmer when he migrated to Australia from England with his wife Gertrude and their two daughters, Shirley and Lesley in 1947.

Description of Content

Black and white bust portrait of George and Gertie Palmer.

Physical Description

Black and white photograph adhered to cream stippled mount board folder with scalloped edging.

Significance

This collection provides an invaluable record of one family's migration experience, from the first seed of desire to leave England, to the securing of employment, application processes, packing, departure, journey and immediate arrival in Melbourne. The journal is particularly rich in terms of its detailed account of daily shipboard life, including the descriptions of cabins, decks, interior spaces, facilities, lighting, food, mail systems, weather, ports, and activities. While not the actual original document, it is an immediate copy, contemporary to its time and reflects the significance of this rite of passage for the thousands of migrants who arrived in Australia during the post-war period. The photo album provides an evocative complimentary visual record of the experience.

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