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Poster Print : The Grand Naval Review, at Spithead: James Gate, Portsmouth - Liberty-Men Returning, 1856. Creator: Unknown
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The Grand Naval Review, at Spithead: James Gate, Portsmouth - Liberty-Men Returning, 1856. Creator: Unknown
The Grand Naval Review, at Spithead: James Gate, Portsmouth - Liberty-Men Returning, 1856. Sailors of the Royal Navy go ashore before taking part in a military display off the coast of Hampshire....liberty-sailors, too glad to be ashore, disported themselves in the taverns of the town, [and] filled the Hard and neighbouring streets...'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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Activities Activity Ashore Gate Leave Military Review Naval Review On Leave Portsmouth Hampshire England Royal Event Royal Navy Sailor Sailors Shore Spithead Hampshire England Triumphal Arch Way In Archway Naval Warfare
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the grand naval review at Spithead, James Gate, Portsmouth - Liberty-Men Returning, 1856. Witness the historic moment as sailors of the Royal Navy make their way ashore before participating in a military display off the coast of Hampshire. This beautiful, vintage image, captured in 1856, showcases the grandeur and tradition of the Royal Navy. Add this unique piece to your home or office decor and bring a piece of maritime history into your space. Note: Creator and publisher unknown.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph print, titled 'The Grand Naval Review, at Spithead: James Gate, Portsmouth - Liberty-Men Returning, 1856', offers a glimpse into a historic moment in British naval history. The image depicts sailors of the Royal Navy disembarking from their ships before participating in a military display off the coast of Hampshire, England. The scene unfolds at James Gate in Portsmouth, where the liberty-sailors, elated to be on shore, are seen dispersing into the local taverns and filling the streets. The architectural feature at the center of the image is an impressive archway, which serves as the way in to the town. The arch, possibly a triumphal arch, adds an air of grandeur to the scene, reflecting the importance of the naval review. The image, likely an engraving from the Illustrated London News, transports us back to the 19th century, where the streets are bustling with activity. Men and women, both dressed in the fashion of the time, can be seen milling about, adding to the lively atmosphere. The sailors, both male and female, are seen taking a break from their duties, enjoying their time on land before returning to their ships. The image captures the spirit of the moment, as the sailors revel in their brief respite from the rigors of naval warfare.
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