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Three white ships at Farm Cove, Sydney
Three white ships at Farm Cove, Sydney

Three white ships at Farm Cove, Sydney

Datec 1920
Object number00032399
NamePostcard
MediumInk on paper
DimensionsOverall: 87 x 131 mm
ClassificationsPosters and postcards
Credit LineANMM Collection
DescriptionDated 15 Febuary 1920, this coloured postcard depicts three white ships in Farm Cove. Seen from the Man O' War steps the ships are shown from starboard side view as they stand off shore. Several row boats and the boat houses at the Man O' War steps can be seen in the foreground.SignificanceThis postcard depicts an important historical image of Farm Cove and the Man O' War steps in the early 20th century. The Man O'War steps have served as a landing and embarkation point for British and Australian fleets for over 150 years.