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Nuns on motorbikes in Ardrossan in Scotland, 30th April 1971
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Nuns on motorbikes in Ardrossan in Scotland, 30th April 1971
Nuns on motorbikes in Ardrossan in Scotland, 30th April 1971.
Heavens answer to Hells Angels roars along the seaside promenade, Sisters of Misericorde, Sister Anne-Marie (left), Sister Anne and Sister Peter Patrick travel more than 100 miles a week on their motorbikes, visiting sick and elderly people in and around Ardrossan, Scotland
Daily Record
Mirrorpix
Scotland
L6169
Media ID 21663571
© Mirrorpix
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the 30th of April in 1971, where an extraordinary sight unfolds on the streets of Ardrossan in Scotland. A group of fearless nuns astride their motorbikes, known as the Sisters of Misericorde, grace us with their presence and prove that even heaven has its own answer to Hells Angels. The image captures Sister Anne-Marie leading the pack with Sister Anne and Sister Peter Patrick by her side. Dressed in their traditional habits adorned with crucifixes, these devoted sisters embark on a remarkable mission every week - traveling over 100 miles to visit sick and elderly individuals in and around Ardrossan. As they rev up their engines along the picturesque seaside promenade, one cannot help but marvel at this unique blend of spirituality and adventure. The juxtaposition between their holy calling and the roaring motors beneath them is both awe-inspiring and thought-provoking. This photograph serves as a testament to the power of faith transcending boundaries. It reminds us that religious devotion can manifest itself in unexpected ways, breaking stereotypes while spreading love and compassion throughout communities. Daily Record's timeless capture immortalizes these courageous nuns who fearlessly navigate life's twists and turns on two wheels. Their unwavering dedication to serving others is an inspiration for all who encounter this remarkable image from Scotland's past.
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