Journey of HIJMS Ashigara from Japan to England - 1937
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Journey of HIJMS Ashigara from Japan to England - 1937
HIJMS Ashigara - left Yokohama on 3rd March 1937, arriving in Portsmouth on 9th May 1937, in order to take part in George VIs Coronation Review at Spithead on 20th May. Date: 1937
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Blossom Captains Cherry Coronation Fuji Fujiyama Inset Journey Mount Portsmouth Review Route Spithead Yokohama 1937
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A Historic Voyage: The Journey of HIJMS Ashigara from Japan to England in 1937 This evocative photograph captures the historic voyage of the Japanese cruiser, HIJMS Ashigara, as it sailed from Yokohama, Japan, to Portsmouth, England, in 1937. The image shows the majestic ship cutting through the waves, with the distinctive Mount Fujiyama in the background, its snow-capped peak shrouded in clouds. The cherry blossoms in bloom on the shores of Japan add a touch of beauty and elegance to the scene. The journey of HIJMS Ashigara began on March 3, 1937, and lasted for over two months. The cruiser was bound for Portsmouth to participate in King George VI's Coronation Review at Spithead on May 20, 1937. The Coronation Review was an impressive military parade held to celebrate the coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, and it marked the first time that a Japanese warship had taken part in such an event. The photograph features a map inset, illustrating the long route taken by HIJMS Ashigara from Yokohama to Portsmouth. The image also includes portraits of the ship's captains, proudly standing at attention, as they navigated the cruiser through unfamiliar waters. Their determined expressions and the raised Union Jack and Japanese flags on the ship's mast symbolize the historic significance of the voyage and the diplomatic ties between Japan and the United Kingdom. This photograph is a testament to the rich history and cultural exchange that took place between Japan and England during this period. It serves as a reminder of the importance of diplomacy and international relations, as well as the enduring allure of the sea and the spirit of adventure that drives ships and sailors across the world's oceans.
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