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Ships Boat-Race at Cherbourg, 1850. Creator: Unknown
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Ships Boat-Race at Cherbourg, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Ships Boat-Race at Cherbourg, 1850. Naval review and regatta on the French coast....multitudes assembled on the piers, wharfs, roofs, and shores. First, there was a regatta commenced at nine o'clock in the morning. The first race run was open to all gigs, and several of the gigs belonging to the English Yacht Squadron were entered and ran for the prize, which, however, was won by the French boat Maguin. The course was run twice round, which is about a mile and a half in length. The second race was for pinnaces, being boats belonging to the French fleet, and run also twice round the same course. This was, as well as the former, stoutly contested, and afforded much amusement to the immense crowds which had congregated on every spot in the town, or on the fortifications and esplanade, which afforded a good view of the sports'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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Ships' Boat-Race at Cherbourg, 1850: A Naval Review and Regatta on the French Coast This print depicts the Ships' Boat-Race at Cherbourg, France, in 1850. The image showcases a vibrant scene of maritime competition and community spirit, with multitudes gathered on the piers, wharfs, roofs, and shores to witness the event. The day began with a regatta commencing at nine o'clock in the morning. The first race was open to all gigs, and several English Yacht Squadron boats participated, vying for the prize. However, the French boat Maguin emerged victorious, winning the hearts of the crowds with its impressive performance. The course was run twice round, totaling approximately a mile and a half in length. The second race featured pinnaces, boats belonging to the French fleet, and was equally thrilling. Both races provided ample entertainment for the immense crowds that had gathered in the town or on the fortifications and esplanade, offering excellent vantage points to witness the sports. The Ships' Boat-Race at Cherbourg was a significant event in the maritime calendar, attracting attention from both the local population and the press. The Illustrated London News documented the day's events, immortalizing the excitement and camaraderie in this evocative print. The scene is further enhanced by the presence of various boats, including paddle steamers, sailing ships, and rowing boats, as well as the pennants and flags adorning the vessels and the town. This image offers a glimpse into the rich maritime history of Cherbourg and the excitement of competition in the 19th century.
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