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The Naval Review: Promenade on Southsea Common - sketched by S. Read, 1856. Creator: Edmund Evans
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The Naval Review: Promenade on Southsea Common - sketched by S. Read, 1856. Creator: Edmund Evans
The Naval Review: Promenade on Southsea Common - sketched by S. Read, 1856. Crowds flock to the Hampshire coast to watch a display by the Royal Navy. From a very early hour and up to mid-day thousands of excursionists were seen issuing from the various railway termini, and wending their way in one continued stream towards the shore, to secure a good position to witness the sight. Southsea Common was literally teeming with human beings. From the ramparts, and along the esplanade to a considerable distance beyond Southsea Castle, there was one dense living mass'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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The Naval Review: Promenade on Southsea Common," a captivating sketch by S. Read and brought to life through the masterful art of engraving by Edmund Evans in 1856, invites us to step back in time and immerse ourselves in a vibrant scene of British coastal life. The photograph, published in the Illustrated London News, showcases the excitement and anticipation of a large crowd gathering at Southsea Common in Hampshire to witness a grand display by the Royal Navy. The image reveals a multitude of people, both men and women, making their way towards the shore from various railway termini, creating a continuous stream of humanity. The common was teeming with life, with a dense living mass extending from the ramparts to beyond Southsea Castle. The naval review was a much-anticipated event, drawing in tourists and locals alike for a day of entertainment and sightseeing. The scene is reminiscent of a day out or a holiday excursion, with the promise of fresh air, a change of scenery, and the thrill of witnessing military might. The presence of telescopes and groups of men, some with hats in hand, suggests the importance of the event and the desire to get a closer look at the ships and the sailors. The sketch offers a glimpse into the tourist attraction of Southsea Common and the allure of the Royal Navy, which drew in large crowds and fueled the interest in naval warfare and the British navy's might. This image, with its intricate details and rich historical context, serves as a testament to the enduring appeal of the sea, the navy, and the British coastal landscape.
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