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The International Naval Festival at Portsmouth: the British Admiral's flagship...salute..., 1865. Creator: Unknown
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The International Naval Festival at Portsmouth: the British Admiral's flagship...salute..., 1865. Creator: Unknown
The International Naval Festival at Portsmouth: the British Admiral's flagship returning the salute of the French fleet, 1865. Illustration giving '...some idea of the noble and majestic appearance of the British flagship, the Edgar, when she manned yards and hoisted the French flag at the fore, in token of bidding welcome to the combined squadrons of Vice-Admiral Count Bouet-Willaumez and Rear-Admiral Ronciere de Noury, accompanied by the Imperial yacht La Reine Hortense, with the Minister of the Marine on board...The Solferino, one of the great French ironclads, the Vice-Admiral's flagship, is seen to the left'. From "Illustrated London News", 1865
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Saluting Honor: The International Naval Festival at Portsmouth (1865)
In this striking black and white print from the Illustrated London News in 1865, we witness a moment of diplomatic flair as British Admiral's flagship returns the salute to the French fleet. Amidst a backdrop of majestic warships, including the Solferino ironclad, Vice-Admiral Count Bouet-Willaumez' flagship stands tall on the left flank.
As part of the International Naval Festival at Portsmouth, this grand display marks an era of international cooperation and naval prowess. The Edgar's yards are manned as it hoists the French flag aloft, a symbol of welcome to the combined squadrons led by Vice-Admiral Count Bouet-Willaumez and Rear-Admiral Ronciere de Noury.
This powerful illustration captures not only the grandeur of these mighty warships but also the significance of this moment in history. As tensions between nations began to ease, such displays of naval might served as a testament to the growing bonds of international relations. The Solferino's imposing presence serves as a reminder that even amidst diplomacy and cooperation, military power remained an essential component.
This print is not only a stunning representation of 19th-century naval warfare but also a poignant snapshot of an era marked by shifting global dynamics.
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