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The Grand Naval Review, at Spithead: James Gate, Portsmouth - Liberty-Men Returning, 1856. Creator: Unknown
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The Grand Naval Review, at Spithead: James Gate, Portsmouth - Liberty-Men Returning, 1856. Creator: Unknown
The Grand Naval Review, at Spithead: James Gate, Portsmouth - Liberty-Men Returning, 1856. Sailors of the Royal Navy go ashore before taking part in a military display off the coast of Hampshire....liberty-sailors, too glad to be ashore, disported themselves in the taverns of the town, [and] filled the Hard and neighbouring streets...'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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Activities Activity Ashore Gate Leave Military Review Naval Review On Leave Portsmouth Hampshire England Royal Event Royal Navy Sailor Sailors Shore Spithead Hampshire England Triumphal Arch Way In Archway Naval Warfare
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This photograph print, titled 'The Grand Naval Review, at Spithead: James Gate, Portsmouth - Liberty-Men Returning, 1856', offers a glimpse into a historic moment in British naval history. The image depicts sailors of the Royal Navy disembarking from their ships before participating in a military display off the coast of Hampshire, England. The scene unfolds at James Gate in Portsmouth, where the liberty-sailors, elated to be on shore, are seen dispersing into the local taverns and filling the streets. The architectural feature at the center of the image is an impressive archway, which serves as the way in to the town. The arch, possibly a triumphal arch, adds an air of grandeur to the scene, reflecting the importance of the naval review. The black and white image, likely an engraving from the Illustrated London News, transports us back to the 19th century, where the streets are bustling with activity. Men and women, both dressed in the fashion of the time, can be seen milling about, adding to the lively atmosphere. The sailors, both male and female, are seen taking a break from their duties, enjoying their time on land before returning to their ships. The image captures the spirit of the moment, as the sailors revel in their brief respite from the rigors of naval warfare.
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