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HMS Marlborough - Concert Party Performers
Two members of a Concert Party in mid-performance! HMS Marlborough was an Iron Duke-class battleship of the British Royal Navy, named in honour of John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough. Built at Devonport Royal Dockyard between January 1912 and June 1914 and entered service just prior to First World War. Assigned to the Mediterranean Fleet after the war, Marlborough took part in the Allied intervention in the Russian Civil War (in the Black Sea 191920). She was also involved in the Greco-Turkish War. Date: 1923
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Acting Actors Battleship Begging Concert Dressing Entertainers Iron Marlborough Mediterranean Performance Performers Revels Role Roles Sailor Sailors Fleet
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Amidst the hustle and bustle of life aboard the historic HMS Marlborough in 1923, two entertainers take center stage during a lively concert party performance. The Iron Duke-class battleship, named in honor of John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough, was a proud addition to the British Royal Navy, having been built at Devonport Royal Dockyard between 1912 and 1914. Following its entry into service prior to the First World War, the Marlborough was assigned to the Mediterranean Fleet and played a significant role in the Allied intervention in the Russian Civil War in the Black Sea (1919-1920). It also took part in the Greco-Turkish War. During moments of respite from their naval duties, the sailors on board the Marlborough would gather for light-hearted entertainment, often in the form of concert parties. These performances provided a much-needed distraction from the rigors of life at sea and allowed the crew to momentarily forget their troubles. In this photograph, two performers are seen in the midst of their act, their faces expressive and animated as they engage the audience. The man on the left dons a classical Roman costume, while his companion assumes the role of an ancient Egyptian, complete with headdress and elaborate makeup. The costumes, though humble in comparison to modern-day productions, were a testament to the creativity and resourcefulness of the sailors, who often had to make do with limited resources. The concert party, with its mix of music, comedy, and drama, was a cherished tradition aboard the HMS Marlborough and a reminder of the human spirit that thrived even in the most challenging of environments.
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