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Framed Print : Cutlass Exercise, Training Ship Wellesley, North Shields
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Cutlass Exercise, Training Ship Wellesley, North Shields
Boys taking part in a cutlass exercise on the Training Ship Wellesley, on the River Tyne at North Shields, Northumberland. In 1868, James Hall and other local businessmen set up a charity to provide shelter for Tyneside waifs and train young men for naval service. Their base from 1874 was the Wellesley until a fire in 1914 forced the institution ashore to become the Wellesley Nautical School
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1868 1874 Business Man Business Men Charitable Charity Cutlass Deck Exercise Institution Learning Nautical North Umberland Orphan Orphans Poverty Shelter Skills Swords Trainer Tyne Tyneside Waifs Wellesley Workhouse Workhouses Base
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Cutlass Exercise" Framed Print from Media Storehouse, an essential addition to your decor. This vintage photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a moment of traditional maritime training. Boys on the Training Ship Wellesley, docked at North Shields on the River Tyne, Northumberland, engage in a cutlass exercise. The black-and-white image beautifully captures the spirit of the past, making it a fantastic conversation starter and a timeless piece for your home or office. Bring a piece of history into your space with this authentic and intriguing framed print.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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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In this evocative photograph from the late 1800s, young boys in navy uniforms are seen taking part in a cutlass exercise on the deck of the Training Ship Wellesley, moored on the River Tyne at North Shields in Northumberland. The Wellesley was the base of the charitable institution established in 1874 by local businessmen, including James Hall, to provide shelter and training for Tyneside waifs and prepare them for naval service. The image transports us back to an era when poverty was rampant, and the workhouse was the only alternative for many orphaned or destitute children. The establishment of such institutions was a beacon of hope for these young boys, offering them a chance to learn valuable skills and transport them away from the harsh realities of their past. The boys in the photograph are focused intently on their training, each holding a cutlass in their hands, practicing their swordsmanship under the watchful eyes of their instructors. The Wellesley, a former naval vessel, provided an authentic training ground for these young men, helping them to develop the discipline, teamwork, and physical fitness required for a career in the navy. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the historical significance of the Wellesley Nautical School and the vital role it played in the lives of these young boys. The institution, which operated from the 1870s until a devastating fire in 1914, was a testament to the charitable spirit of the local community and the determination of its founders to make a difference. This photograph, taken around the turn of the century, captures a moment in time when the Wellesley continued to provide a vital service, instilling essential skills and values in the next generation of seafarers. The boys in the photograph, dressed in their uniforms and focused on their training, embody the spirit of resilience and determination that defined the institution and its students.
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