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The Reinforcements for Canada: dinner-time and serving out of the grog on board a troop... 1862. Creator: Unknown
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The Reinforcements for Canada: dinner-time and serving out of the grog on board a troop... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Reinforcements for Canada: dinner-time and serving out of the grog on board a troop-ship at Woolwich, 1862. Although there is now every reason to hope...that the cloud which a short time ago gathered so darkly between this country and the Federal States of America has been entirely dissipated, still it is most gratifying to look back at the prompt action of our Government, and the zeal shown by all the officials engaged in carrying out their plans on that occasion...The men were divided into messes, as sailors are, and had the same kinds of provisions, beef fresh (as long as it would last, and then salted), puddings occasionally, preserved vegetables, and biscuits. The joints were carved by the oldest or the first in rank, or by a captain of mess appointed for the day or week. After dinner the men were served with grog the same as in the navy. The grog (rum-and-water) was served out in tin cans. A good deal of fun, one may be sure, goes on at dinner and grog time. After dinner the men were allowed to smoke for half an hour in stated parts of the ship'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862
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This evocative image captures the spirit of the troops aboard a troopship en route to Canada during the American Civil War in 1862. The scene depicts soldiers gathered around a long table, engaged in dinner time and the serving of grog. The men, dressed in their uniforms, appear to be in high spirits, with some laughing and joking as they wait for their rations. The caption explains that the soldiers were divided into messes, or groups, and received similar provisions, including fresh beef, puddings, preserved vegetables, and biscuits. The joints of meat were carved by the oldest or highest-ranking soldiers, or by a designated captain of the mess. After dinner, the men were served grog, a mixture of rum and water, in tin cans. The grog-serving time was a social event, filled with camaraderie and fun. The caption goes on to note that despite the hope that tensions between Canada and the United States had dissipated, it was still gratifying to look back on the swift action taken by the Canadian government during the crisis. The soldiers' morale was boosted by the provision of hearty meals and the opportunity to socialize during dinner and grog time. The image offers a glimpse into the daily life of soldiers during this period, providing a fascinating window into history.
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