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Our Natural Advantages, 1888
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Our Natural Advantages, 1888
Our Natural Advantages, 1888. The French visitor to London for the summer season of 1888 says that the Great British weather should protect the country from any invasion. There is, though, an interesting reference to the prospect of a Channel Tunnel sometime in the future. From Punch, or the London Charivari, August 4, 1888
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Bleak Defence George Du George Du Maurier Heritage Image Partnership Maurier Rain Tourist Tunnel Channel Tunnel
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Our Natural Advantages, 1888
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is a captivating print that captures the essence of British weather and its potential as a defense mechanism against invasion. Taken during the summer season of 1888, this image depicts a French visitor in London marveling at the Great British weather's ability to protect the country. The man stands by a window, gazing out at the rain-soaked streets with an expression of curiosity mixed with admiration. Intriguingly, there is also a subtle reference to the possibility of a Channel Tunnel in the future. This concept adds another layer of interest to this historical snapshot from Punch, or the London Charivari magazine. It hints at both technological advancements and international connectivity that may lie ahead. The bleak wintry scene depicted in this photograph evokes images of 19th-century tourism and heritage. It transports us back to an era when men like this French tourist would travel across countries seeking new experiences and cultural encounters. George du Maurier's artistic eye has beautifully captured not only the physical surroundings but also the emotions stirred within viewers upon seeing such natural advantages. As we delve into this nineteenth-century masterpiece, it serves as a reminder of how nature can be both awe-inspiring and protective - qualities that have long been associated with Britain's unique charm.
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