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The Dreadnought 104 guns, Hospital Ship for Seammen of all Nations, moored in the Thames off Greenwich, June 20th 1831, 1831 (aquatint & etching, coloured)
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The Dreadnought 104 guns, Hospital Ship for Seammen of all Nations, moored in the Thames off Greenwich, June 20th 1831, 1831 (aquatint & etching, coloured)
7342692 The Dreadnought 104 guns, Hospital Ship for Seammen of all Nations, moored in the Thames off Greenwich, June 20th 1831, 1831 (aquatint & etching, coloured) by Price, R. W. (fl.c.1831); 61.5x76.2 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: W C Smith [artist]; Price, R W [engraver]; Tilt & Bogue [publishers]; Rudolph Ackermann [publishers]; Hawkins,s H [printer]
Hand-coloured etching and aquatint showing the 'Dreadnought', the hospital ship open to merchant seamen of all nations, run by the Seamens' (now Seafarers) Hospital Society (SHS) and moored off Greenwich. The Society was founded in 1821 - and this very specifically dated print may mark its tenth anniversary - initially being lent the 50-gun 'Grampus' (ex- 'Tiger') as its first floating base at Greenwich. 'Dreadnought' (built in 1801) replaced it from 1827 to 1856 and was then itself replaced by the 120-gun 'Caledonia' of 1808, which was renamed 'Dreadnought' for the purpose. That went out of service in 1870, just after Greenwich Hospital finally closed as a residential home for disabled naval seamen in 1869, leaving its large Infirmary seeking a new use. This allowed the SHS to occupy it instead, as a shore-based operation. It continued to do so until the establishment of the National Health Service after the Second World War and retained a focus on seamen's health until finally closed in 1986. Today, after two major conversions since the late 1990s, that is the Dreadnought Building of Greenwich University while the SHS - whose head office is still in King William Walk, Greenwich - has dedicated ward space provided within the Guy's and St Thomas's Hospital Trust.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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Etching Hospital Hospitals Riverthames Thames
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EDITORS COMMENTS
The print of The Dreadnought 104 guns, Hospital Ship for Seamen of all Nations, moored in the Thames off Greenwich in 1831 captures a significant moment in maritime history. This hand-colored etching and aquatint showcases the vessel that served as a crucial medical facility for merchant seamen from around the world.
Established by the Seamens' Hospital Society in 1821, The Dreadnought provided essential healthcare to sailors in need. Originally stationed at Greenwich on the 50-gun 'Grampus', it was later replaced by the larger 'Dreadnought' ship in 1827. This floating hospital continued its mission until it was succeeded by another vessel named 'Dreadnought' which operated until 1870.
The image depicts a bustling scene with ships passing by and workers going about their duties on board. The detailed coloring brings to life the vibrant atmosphere of this floating sanctuary for seafarers. It is a testament to the dedication and compassion of those who worked tirelessly to care for those who braved the seas.
Today, The Dreadnought Building at Greenwich University stands as a reminder of this noble legacy, while the Seamens' Hospital Society continues its mission within Guy's and St Thomas's Hospital Trust. This historic print serves as a poignant reminder of a time when healthcare extended beyond borders to serve those who sailed across oceans seeking adventure and livelihood.
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