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King George V - Our Sailor King
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King George V - Our Sailor King
King George V (1865-1936) - Our Sailor King. The Royal Visit of the Royal Yacht Victoria & Albert to the Kings Fleet at Weymouth, Dorset. The king watched manoeuvres by The Navy Hydroplane and British Airmen flying over the fleet in Weymouth bay - May, 1912 Date: 1912
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Airmen Dorset Hydroplane Manoeuvres Review Sailor Watched Watching Weymouth Yacht Albert Fleet
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King George V, the 'Sailor King,' stands proudly on the deck of the Royal Yacht Victoria and Albert as he oversees naval maneuvers off the coast of Weymouth, Dorset, in May 1912. Surrounded by his officers and crew members, the King, dressed in his full naval uniform, watches intently as the Navy Hydroplane demonstrates its capabilities in the waters of Weymouth Bay. The innovative hydroplane, a precursor to modern seaplanes, skims across the surface of the water, leaving a trail of spray in its wake. In the sky above, British airmen fly over the fleet, adding an extra dimension to the naval display. The sight of the monarch observing the latest advancements in naval and aviation technology from the deck of his royal yacht encapsulates his deep connection to the British military and his commitment to modernizing the armed forces. King George V's affection for the navy was well-known, having served as a midshipman and later becoming First Lord of the Admiralty before his accession to the throne in 1910. His presence at the review of the fleet in Weymouth Bay not only showcased his support for the navy but also served as a morale booster for the sailors and officers under his command. This photograph captures a moment in history when the 'Sailor King' demonstrates his unwavering dedication to the British military, as well as his enthusiasm for the latest technological advancements that would shape the future of warfare.
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