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Jigsaw Puzzle : Britains New Navy in Training - HMS Raleigh
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Britains New Navy in Training - HMS Raleigh
Britains New Navy in Training - HMS Raleigh.
circa 1930s
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Media ID 20259813
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Barracks Britains Dentist Eating Fitness Loading Manoeuvres Marching Meal Measurements Measuring Mess Raleigh Rowing Sailor Sailors Salute Salutes Saluting Washing
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Discover the rich maritime history of Britain with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the iconic image "Britains New Navy in Training - HMS Raleigh," this puzzle is a must-have for history enthusiasts and puzzle lovers alike. Taken from the Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, this puzzle transports you back in time to the 1930s, offering a glimpse into the daily life of the Royal Navy. With intricate details and vivid colors, this puzzle is a challenging and rewarding experience. Immerse yourself in the nostalgic charm of the past and create a beautiful, completed puzzle that you can proudly display. Bring history to life, one piece at a time.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 50.2cm x 76cm (19.8" x 29.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Britain's New Navy in Training: A Glimpse into Life at HMS Raleigh in the 1930s This evocative photograph captures the spirit of Britain's naval training at HMS Raleigh in the 1930s. The Royal Navy was undergoing a period of expansion and modernization, and HMS Raleigh in Cornwall was one of the key establishments for the recruitment, training, and development of new sailors. In this image, we see a diverse group of young recruits engaged in various aspects of their rigorous training regimen. Some are seen marching in formation, practicing drills and salutes, while others are measuring their kit or washing their uniforms. The importance of physical fitness is evident, with sailors seen rowing and participating in other athletic activities. The training also extended to more specialized skills, such as gunnery and dentistry. Sailors can be seen loading a gun and receiving instruction from a senior officer, while another is seated in the dentist's chair, receiving a check-up. Life at HMS Raleigh was not all work and no play. Mealtimes were an important part of the day, and the mess hall would have been a lively and social place where sailors could relax and enjoy a hot meal. This photograph provides a fascinating insight into the daily life of Britain's new navy in the 1930s, offering a glimpse into the rigorous training, camaraderie, and discipline that shaped the careers of countless sailors who served in the Royal Navy during this period.
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