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Princess Royal, Fowey, Cornwall. May 1990
Filename: TRURI-2017-5-183.tiff
Size: 4287 x 2815 (36.2MB)
Date: 17th April 2018
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 50.33499, -4.636525
© RIC, photographer Jonathan Barker
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Royal Cornwall Museum
Princess Royal, Fowey, Cornwall. May 1990
The Princess Royal opens a new building for the Mission to Seafarers charity, in Fowey Docks. She is meeting with Mission volunteers and town dignitaries. The charity works in over 200 ports worldwide caring for seafarers of all ranks, nationalities and beliefs, providing practical, emotional and spiritual support to seafarers through ship visits, Flying Angel seafarers centres and a range of welfare and emergency support services. Photographer: Jonathan Barker
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TRURI : 2017.5.183
Media ID 14763550
© RIC, photographer Jonathan Barker
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, taken in May 1990, we witness a momentous occasion as The Princess Royal graces Fowey, Cornwall with her presence. Stepping into the role of a true humanitarian, she inaugurates a new building for the Mission to Seafarers charity at Fowey Docks. Radiating grace and elegance, Her Royal Highness engages warmly with Mission volunteers and esteemed town dignitaries. This powerful image captures the essence of compassion and dedication that defines both the Princess Anne and the charitable organization she supports. The Mission to Seafarers is an extraordinary charity operating across more than 200 ports worldwide. Their mission knows no boundaries as they tirelessly care for seafarers from all walks of life - irrespective of rank, nationality or belief system. Through ship visits, Flying Angel seafarers centers, and an array of welfare services including emotional support and spiritual guidance, this remarkable organization provides practical assistance during times of need. Photographer Jonathan Barker skillfully immortalizes this significant event through his lens. His artistry allows us to glimpse into a world where compassion reigns supreme amidst bustling docks and vast oceans. This poignant photograph serves as a reminder that even those born into royalty can possess hearts filled with empathy towards those less fortunate. It encapsulates Princess Anne's unwavering commitment to making positive change in society while highlighting the invaluable work carried out by the Mission to Seafarers charity on behalf of seafaring communities worldwide.
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