Cory Library and Historical Archives

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  "A strong proof of the flourishing state of the country exemplified in the proposed emigration to the Cape of Good Hope"

  Cruikshank’s cartoon showing the 1820 Emigration scheme ridiculed.
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  "All among the Hottentots capering ashore"

  Cruikshank’s cartoon showing the 1820 Emigration scheme ridiculed.,Transcription reads: "All among the Hottentots Capering ashore!! or the Blessings of Emigration to the Cape of Forlorn Good Hope (ie) To be half roasted by the Sun & Devoured by the Natives!! recommend to the Serious consideration of all those who are about to Emigrate"
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  1820 Settler ship "Chapman"

  Photograph of a painting of the "Chapman", The original frame has an inscription: Trasport (sic) Chapman. John Milbank Master _ 558 Tons.
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  Landing of the 1820 Settlers in surf boats
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  Landing of the 1820 Settlers in surf boats
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  Settlers coming ashore
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  Settlers going ashore
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  Settlers on shore being greeted by Sir Rufane Shawe Donkin
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  Transport ship named "Chapman"

  The note on the bottom reads: “Transport Chapman John Milbemli Master – 558 Tont.” The note at the back reads: “The Settlers’ Ship ‘Chapman’