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Sheffield Flood, Remains of Tricketts Farm belonging to James Trickett, at the junction of Rivers Rivelin and Loxley, household of eleven people washed away and drowned, , 1864
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Sheffield Flood, Remains of Tricketts Farm belonging to James Trickett, at the junction of Rivers Rivelin and Loxley, household of eleven people washed away and drowned, , 1864
Taken from Sheffield Inundation, 1864, Ref. 942.74 SQ
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1864 Farm Farming Farms Flood Floods Housing Loxley Ruins Barns Farmhouses Outbuildings
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This poignant print from the Sheffield Flood of 1864 captures the devastating aftermath at Tricketts Farm, owned by James Trickett. Situated at the confluence of Rivers Rivelin and Loxley, this once-thriving household of eleven people tragically met their untimely end as they were washed away and drowned in the merciless floodwaters. The image showcases a scene of utter destruction, with only remnants left behind where barns, outbuildings, and farmhouses once stood proudly on this fertile land. The ruins bear witness to the immense power unleashed by nature during that fateful year. As we gaze upon this haunting photograph preserved in Sheffield City Archives' collection titled "Sheffield Inundation" our hearts ache for those whose lives were forever altered by this catastrophic event. It serves as a somber reminder of the fragility of human existence when faced with forces beyond our control. Let us remember not just the physical devastation depicted here but also pay tribute to those who perished in these floods. May their memory endure as a testament to resilience and community spirit amidst tragedy.
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