Cuttyhunk Massachusetts Landing Sloops and Auto on Pier 1929 Real Photo Postcard
Cuttyhunk Island, the westernmost of the Elizabeth Islands in Massachusetts, possesses a rich maritime history dating back to Bartholomew Gosnold's landing in 1602, one of the earliest English attempts at settlement in New England. The boat landing depicted served as the primary nexus for transportation, commerce, and communication for this isolated island community, vital for both its fishing economy and its connection to the mainland.
The presence of early automobiles on the pier alongside traditional sailboats suggests a likely period in the early 20th century, a time when modern transport began to reach even remote coastal outposts. For Cuttyhunk, this landing was not merely a dock but the literal gateway, facilitating the movement of goods, residents, and seasonal visitors, underscoring its enduring role in the island's economic and social life.
The presence of early automobiles on the pier alongside traditional sailboats suggests a likely period in the early 20th century, a time when modern transport began to reach even remote coastal outposts. For Cuttyhunk, this landing was not merely a dock but the literal gateway, facilitating the movement of goods, residents, and seasonal visitors, underscoring its enduring role in the island's economic and social life.
