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The Grand Naval Review, at Spithead: Excursionists on the Floating-Bridge at Portsmouth, 1856. Creator: Edmund Evans
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The Grand Naval Review, at Spithead: Excursionists on the Floating-Bridge at Portsmouth, 1856. Creator: Edmund Evans
The Grand Naval Review, at Spithead: Excursionists on the Floating-Bridge at Portsmouth, 1856. Sightseers flock to see a display of Royal Navy ships off the Hampshire coast. Whilst the greater part of the crowds streamed away to Southsea Common, another took the direction of Gosport, and, covering the decks of the floating-bridge with its numbers, glided into the sandy level, interspersed with furze bushes and water, which forms the beach between Fort Monckton and Stokes Bay'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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This photograph print, titled 'The Grand Naval Review, at Spithead: Excursionists on the Floating-Bridge at Portsmouth, 1856,' showcases a bustling scene of excursionists enjoying a day out at the naval review off the coast of Hampshire, England. The image, created by renowned English engraver Edmund Evans, captures the excitement of the crowds as they gather on the floating bridge, gliding towards the sandy beach between Fort Monckton and Stokes Bay. The Grand Naval Review was a significant military event, attracting vast numbers of spectators who came to witness the grand display of the Royal Navy's might. While the majority of the crowds flocked to Southsea Common, another large group chose to explore the area around Gosport. The floating bridge, a popular mode of transportation during the 19th century, carried these sightseers across the water, offering them a unique perspective of the naval spectacle. The image is filled with intriguing details, such as the steam-powered boats and the smokestacks of the steamers, adding to the industrial atmosphere of the scene. The naval warships anchored in Spithead can be seen in the background, their funnels billowing smoke into the sky. The overall composition of the print evokes a sense of adventure and excitement, encapsulating the spirit of a day trip during the Victorian era. This photograph print, published in the Illustrated London News in 1856, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the allure of naval reviews as a popular tourist attraction and the role of transportation in facilitating travel during the 19th century.
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