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MAD WOMAN / 1906
Mlle Naegle, a passenger on the New Amsterdam to America, throws another womans baby overboard Date: 1906
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MAD WOMAN / 1906: A Haunting Image of Hysteria and Despair on the High Seas This poignant and haunting photograph, titled "MAD WOMAN / 1906," captures the heart-wrenching moment when Mlle Naegle, a passenger aboard the New Amsterdam, throws another woman's baby overboard during the voyage from Europe to America. The date, 1906, serves as a stark reminder of a bygone era when the journey across the Atlantic was fraught with danger and uncertainty. Mlle Naegle's madness, evident in her wild-eyed gaze and disheveled appearance, was a common affliction during that time, often referred to as "hysteria." Hysteria was a diagnosis used to explain a wide range of symptoms, including anxiety, depression, and even violent behavior, which were believed to be the result of a woman's reproductive system being out of balance. The photograph, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the medical and historical context of the time. Mlle Naegle's actions were not unheard of during the era of transatlantic travel. The confined and cramped conditions aboard ships, combined with the stress and uncertainty of the journey, could push even the most stable of minds to the brink. The image of Mlle Naegle, with her desperate and frantic expression, serves as a haunting reminder of the human condition and the fragility of the mind. The baby, lost to the depths of the ocean, represents the innocence and vulnerability that was often lost during the tumultuous voyages of the past. This photograph, with its powerful and evocative imagery, offers a glimpse into the complex and often misunderstood world of mental health and the challenges faced by those who struggled with it during a time when there were few resources and even fewer answers.
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