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Training school ship HMS Conway, aground in the Menai Strait
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Training school ship HMS Conway, aground in the Menai Strait
Training school ship HMS Conway, which ran aground on flat rocks - the Platters on the Menai Strait - near the Menai Suspension Bridge - from where this photo was taken. Date: 1953
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© Mary Evans / Nigel Sorrell Colle
1953 Aground Conway Flat Menai Platters Rocks Strait Suspension
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In this evocative photograph, the historic Training Ship HMS Conway is seen grounded on the flat rocks, known as the Platters, in the Menai Strait. The image, captured in 1953, transports us back to the 1950s and offers a glimpse into maritime history. The HMS Conway was a training vessel for the Royal Navy, providing young boys with valuable experience in seamanship and naval discipline. The ship, which was originally built in 1868, had a long and distinguished history of service. However, on this particular day in 1953, the HMS Conway encountered trouble as it sailed through the Menai Strait, a narrow and treacherous waterway that separates Anglesey from the mainland of Wales. The Menai Suspension Bridge, an engineering marvel of its time, looms in the background of the photograph. The bridge, which was completed in 1858, offered a vital connection between the two sides of the strait and allowed for the safe passage of both people and cargo. The photograph captures the moment of crisis as the HMS Conway, with its sails furled and its hull resting on the rocks, awaits rescue. The image is a poignant reminder of the challenges and risks faced by those who served on the ships of the Royal Navy during the 1950s. It also serves as a testament to the enduring power of the sea and the importance of human ingenuity in navigating its treacherous waters. This photograph, taken from the vantage point of the Menai Suspension Bridge, offers a unique perspective on a moment in maritime history. It invites us to reflect on the past and to appreciate the rich heritage of the Royal Navy and the seafaring traditions that have shaped the lives of so many.
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