RSS Discovery and Danish Long Boat, London

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RSS Discovery and Danish Long Boat, London

RSS Discoverys Commissioner Colquhoun (nicknamed Koko) receives an address from the crew of a Danish Long Boat, on August Bank Holiday on the River Thames in London. The Long Boat crew are in traditional Viking costume.
August 1949

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1949 Address Association Bank Colquhoun Commissioner Crew Danish Discovery Helmets Koko Nickname Oars Receiving Shield Viking Scout Scouting Scouts

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph taken on August Bank Holiday in 1949, RSS Discovery's Commissioner Colquhoun, affectionately known as "Koko," is seen receiving an address from the crew of a traditional Danish Long Boat on the River Thames in London. The scene is filled with a sense of camaraderie and celebration as the men in Viking costumes, complete with helmets and shields, proudly present themselves to their British counterparts. The RSS Discovery, a sail training vessel operated by The Scout Association, was a symbol of adventure and exploration for young scouts in the 1940s. This photograph captures a unique moment in history, as the association welcomed the Danish Long Boat crew to the River Thames. The crews' association with scouting is evident in their uniforms and the use of oars, which would have been familiar tools for many scouts during this era. The photograph, taken in the late 1940s, transports us back to a time when maritime traditions and the spirit of adventure were celebrated. The image of Commissioner Colquhoun receiving the address from the Danish crew, with the iconic RSS Discovery in the background, is a testament to the enduring bond between scouting organizations and the sea. This photograph is a valuable historical record of a unique moment in scouting history and a reminder of the international connections that have long been a part of the scouting movement. The traditional Viking costumes, the setting on the River Thames, and the sense of camaraderie between the crews make this image a captivating glimpse into the past.

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