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Visit of the Boys of the Clyde training-ship Cumberland to H.M.S. Aurora, 1876. Creator: Unknown
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Visit of the Boys of the Clyde training-ship Cumberland to H.M.S. Aurora, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Visit of the Boys of the Clyde training-ship Cumberland to H.M.S. Aurora, 1876. Engraving from a sketch by Captain Grier. The little fellows seemed delighted at witnessing the manoeuvres of the seamen, which were explained to them by the officers...Commander Hewitt gave orders to go through the process of setting sail. Immediately the shrouds were covered by the bluejackets, and before a minute had elapsed the maintop, mizentop, and foretop sails were spread; the topgallant sails were shaken out and the yards hoisted, then the royals, and lastly the lower sails....Commander Hewitt put the men through the exercise of "manning and arming boats." The launches, the pinnace, the cutters, and the gig were manned, a small breechloading gun was lowered and fixed at the stern of the steam-launch, and the cutters got out their rocket-tubes and set off towards a supposed enemy on shore...'. From "Illustrated London News", 1876
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This image captures the moment when the boys of the Clyde training-ship Cumberland were given an unforgettable experience aboard H.M.S. Aurora in 1876. The boys, dressed in their navy blue uniforms, are seen eagerly observing the sailors at work, their small faces filled with wonder and excitement. Commander Hewitt of H.M.S. Aurora had graciously invited the boys to witness the ship's maneuvers, explaining each step to them with great patience and enthusiasm. In this photograph, Commander Hewitt has given orders to set sail, and the sailors swiftly comply, spreading the sails and hoisting the yards. The boys watch in awe as the ship comes to life before their eyes. The scene continues with the boys being put through the exercise of "manning and arming boats." The launches, pinnace, cutters, and gig are all manned, and a small breechloading gun is lowered and fixed at the stern of the steam-launch. The cutters set off towards a supposed enemy on shore, their rocket-tubes at the ready. This photograph, taken from a sketch by Captain Grier and published in the Illustrated London News in 1876, provides a fascinating glimpse into maritime life and the unique experiences offered to young trainees aboard ships like the Clyde training-ship Cumberland.
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