Premium Framed Print : Sailors Off on Leave
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Sailors Off on Leave
The smiling boys of the H.M. Training ship Arethusa off on leave for their Christmas holidays with their kit-bags slung over their shoulders
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Media ID 603212
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Bags Cadets Disembarking Leave Sailor Sailors Shoulders Slung 1929 December Haversack
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This charming print captures a group of young sailors from the H.M. Training ship Arethusa, eagerly setting off on leave for their Christmas holidays in 1929. The boys are seen with big smiles on their faces, their kit bags slung over their shoulders as they disembark from the ship. This image is a snapshot of a bygone era, showcasing the camaraderie and excitement of naval cadets during the early 20th century.
The historical significance of this photograph is evident in the details - from the traditional naval uniforms to the transport used to take them ashore. It serves as a reminder of Britain's rich maritime history and the role that training ships like Arethusa played in shaping young sailors.
As we look at these smiling faces, we can't help but wonder about the adventures that await them during their holiday break. Will they be reunited with loved ones? Or perhaps explore new places and make lasting memories? Whatever their plans may be, one thing is certain - these boys are filled with anticipation and joy as they embark on this well-deserved time off.
Mary Evans Picture Library has beautifully captured this moment in time, allowing us to glimpse into a world where duty and leisure intersect for these young sailors off on leave.
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