Sailors camping party, Virago Sound, Canada
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Sailors camping party, Virago Sound, Canada
Sailors camping party, Virago Sound, Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Islands, British Columbia, Canada. They belong to HMS Egeria, a British Royal Navy coastal survey ship. Date: 1907
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Banjo Barrel Beer Binoculars Camping Charlotte Charting Columbia Egeria Graham Instrument Mapping Pipe Rifle Sailor Sailors Sound Spade Survey Tent Weapon 1907 Musical Virago
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Amidst the rugged beauty of Virago Sound on Graham Island in the Queen Charlotte Islands of British Columbia, Canada, a group of sailors from HMS Egeria, a British Royal Navy coastal survey ship, take a well-deserved break from their arduous duties. The year is 1907, and the Edwardian era is in full swing. The sailors gather around a roaring campfire, their faces glowing in the flickering light as they enjoy a cold beer from a barrel. The sound of laughter and music fills the air as one sailor strums a banjo, while another plays a tune on a musical instrument. The sailors' tents are pitched nearby, their belongings neatly arranged inside. Some sailors sit on the ground, engaged in animated conversations, while others sharpen their spades or clean their binoculars, preparing for the next day's charting and mapping activities. A few men stand guard, their rifles at the ready, keeping watch over their camp and the ship anchored in the distance. Despite the remote location, the sailors of HMS Egeria are far from home. Their mission was to survey the intricate coastline of the Queen Charlotte Islands, a vital task for the Royal Navy to ensure safe passage for British vessels through the treacherous waters. The sailors' dedication and hard work would pave the way for future maritime exploration and commerce in the region. As the night wears on, the sailors continue to enjoy their campfire, their spirits lifted by the camaraderie and the simple pleasures of life on land. The beauty of Virago Sound and the promise of new discoveries await them tomorrow, as they continue their vital work for the British Royal Navy.
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