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Football team photo, crew of HMS Diomede
Football team photo with dog mascot, crew of HMS Diomede, Danae class British cruiser, around this time stationed in China, Hong Kong and New Zealand.
circa 1925
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Ball Crew Cruiser Danae Football Hills Mascot Members Player Players Sailor Sailors Diomede
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This evocative football team photo captures the camaraderie and spirit of the crew of HMS Diomede, a Danae-class British cruiser, around the 1920s. The ship, stationed in China, Hong Kong, and New Zealand during this time, is represented by the distinctive navy blue uniforms worn by the sailors. The team, with a mix of standing and sitting poses, proudly displays their football skills, with one player in mid-kick and another cradling the ball. A beloved mascot, a dog, sits amongst the team members, adding a playful touch to the image. The serene backdrop of rolling hills and open fields emphasizes the contrast between the rugged sea life and the momentary tranquility of the sporting event. The HMS Diomede football team photo is a poignant reminder of the human side of naval life during the 1920s, a time of adventure, discipline, and camaraderie.
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