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Pudding for the Navy
PUDDING FOR THE NAVY ! Christmas Pudding escorted in by sailors armed with cutlasses
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Armed Escorted Pudding Sailors Cutlasses
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Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A Festive Tradition at Sea: Pudding for the Navy! (circa 1880) This evocative photograph captures a unique moment in naval history as Christmas puddings are brought aboard a British warship. Dressed in their full uniforms, sailors proudly carry the large, ornate pudding bowls, each adorned with a white cloth, while brandishing cutlasses. The serious expression on their faces and the determined set of their jaws convey the importance of their mission. The tradition of providing Christmas pudding to the British Navy dates back to the 18th century. The pudding, a rich, dense dessert filled with fruits, nuts, and spices, was considered a vital part of the seafarers' Christmas celebrations. To ensure that the pudding reached the ships in time for the holiday, it was often prepared months in advance and stored in large, watertight barrels. The arrival of the puddings on board was a much-anticipated event. The sailors would gather around as the barrels were hoisted up from the hold, their faces lighting up with excitement and anticipation. The puddings were then distributed among the crew, providing a precious taste of home and a morale boost during the long, arduous voyages. This photograph, taken circa 1880, offers a fascinating glimpse into the customs and traditions of the British Navy during the Victorian era. The sailors' armed escort, a common practice to protect valuable supplies from pirates and other threats, adds an extra layer of intrigue to this festive scene. As we marvel at this historical image, we are reminded of the resilience and camaraderie of the seafarers who braved the challenges of life at sea, making traditions like 'Pudding for the Navy' an enduring part of maritime history.
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