U.S.S. Texas World War 1 "The Fellow That Was Washed Overboard" 1918 Real Photo Postcard
The image captures a dynamic maritime scene, likely from the early to mid-20th century, given its sepia tone and photographic style. It shows a lone individual in choppy water, viewed from the deck or side of a ship or substantial waterfront structure. The perspective implies the viewer is looking down onto the water, with parts of the vessel's railing or side visible on the right, suggesting activity near a ship at sea or a busy port.
During this era, maritime travel was a primary mode of long-distance transport, and encounters with the sea, whether for leisure, work, or unexpected events, were common. Photography on board ships or near docks often documented daily life, voyages, or sometimes dramatic occurrences. This particular scene, while ambiguous in its exact context—be it a recreational swimmer, an accident, or a maritime drill—reflects the close relationship between humans and the marine environment during a period of significant naval and commercial shipping activity.
During this era, maritime travel was a primary mode of long-distance transport, and encounters with the sea, whether for leisure, work, or unexpected events, were common. Photography on board ships or near docks often documented daily life, voyages, or sometimes dramatic occurrences. This particular scene, while ambiguous in its exact context—be it a recreational swimmer, an accident, or a maritime drill—reflects the close relationship between humans and the marine environment during a period of significant naval and commercial shipping activity.
