Tower Bridge open to allow ships through
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Tower Bridge open to allow ships through
Tower Bridge open to allow ships through, including HMS Hazard and submarine C15, for a naval review.
circa 1909
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Hazard Review Submarine Submarines
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures a moment in time as Tower Bridge in London, an iconic symbol of the city's rich maritime history, opens to allow a grand procession of naval vessels to pass through. Dating back to 1909, during the Edwardian era, this historic event marked a naval review, showcasing the might and prowess of the British fleet. Among the impressive line-up of ships are HMS Hazard and the submarine C15. The HMS Hazard, a destroyer launched in 1897, was part of the powerful defensive force that protected the United Kingdom's shores. The C15, on the other hand, was one of the first successful submarines in the Royal Navy, commissioned in 1904. Its presence in this review underscores the cutting-edge technology and innovation that characterized the British naval forces during this period. The Thames River, a vital transportation artery for London, played a crucial role in the city's maritime history. This photograph serves as a testament to the enduring relationship between the city and its naval heritage. The open bridge, with its distinctive bascules raised, provides a breathtaking view of the ships, their sails billowing in the wind, as they glide gracefully under the bridge. This image is a captivating reminder of a bygone era, when the might of the British Navy was a source of national pride and a symbol of strength and resilience.
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