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PORTSMOUTH / ROYAL YACHT
Portsmouth, Hampshire: harbour and dockyard, with Edward VIIs yacht at the jetty Date: 1904
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This evocative photograph captures the picturesque scene of Portsmouth Harbour in Hampshire, England, in the year 1904. The historic port city is bustling with activity, with ships of various sizes and shapes anchored in the harbour, their sails billowing in the wind. At the heart of the scene is the Royal Yacht, Edward VII, gracefully docked at the jetty. Edward VII, who reigned from 1901 to 1910, was known for his love of the sea and sailing. The Royal Yacht was a symbol of his passion and served as a floating palace for him and his family. In this photograph, the yacht appears majestically at the jetty, its white hull gleaming in the sunlight and its sails rolled up neatly. The dockyard in the background is a hive of activity, with workers toiling away at the ships, and cranes lifting heavy loads. The smoke stacks of industrial buildings can be seen in the distance, a reminder of the bustling commercial activity that supported the port. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when sailing was a popular pastime for the royal family and the port of Portsmouth was a hub of maritime activity. The Edwardian era comes alive through the details in the photograph, from the period clothing of the people on the dock to the design of the ships and the architecture of the buildings.
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