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A "Six Bells"Drink, a Thirsty Officers Brilliant Idea and what came of it (engraving)
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A "Six Bells"Drink, a Thirsty Officers Brilliant Idea and what came of it (engraving)
1056693 A " Six Bells" Drink, a Thirsty Officers Brilliant Idea and what came of it (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A " Six Bells" Drink, a Thirsty Officers Brilliant Idea and what came of it. Illustration for The Graphic, 2 November 1895.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22635598
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Bavarian Beer Beer Bells Board Booze Bottle Bottled Bottles Bottling Brilliant Cruiser Drank Idea Incident Left Lieutenant Lower March Naval School Observed Ordered Overboard Privileges Proceeded Quick Soda Thirsty Turn Fathoms Southern Pacific
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The captivating print titled "A Six Bells Drink, a Thirsty Officer's Brilliant Idea and what came of it" depicts an engraving by William Ralston. This intriguing illustration was featured in The Graphic on November 2nd, 1895. In the image, we witness a remarkable incident that unfolded aboard a naval cruiser. A thirsty officer, known for his brilliant ideas, conceived something called the "Six Bells Drink". As observed in the picture, this ingenious concoction involved beer bottles being lowered overboard to cool them rapidly in the depths of the Southern Pacific. With quick thinking and resourcefulness, this officer ordered his servant to prepare this unique beverage for him and his comrades. As they enjoyed their refreshing drink on deck during six bells (which signifies noon), little did they know that their actions would be witnessed by others. This incident caused quite a stir among those on board as well as within naval circles. The privileges of these officers were questioned due to their indulgence in alcohol while at sea. Nevertheless, this episode remains etched in history as an example of ingenuity amidst thirst. The engraving captures not only the scene itself but also highlights various elements such as navy personnel, bottles being lowered into the ocean depths with ropes tied around them, and even Bavarian beer - emphasizing its significance beyond just ordinary drinking. Overall, this print offers us a glimpse into an extraordinary moment where creativity met necessity onboard a naval vessel many years ago.
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