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Admiralty House - Bermuda - HMS Irresistible figurehead
circa 1910s
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Admiralty Atlantic Bermuda Figurehead Neptune Overseas Territory
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Admiralty House, Bermuda: A Nautical Nod to the Past (circa 1910s) This evocative postcard image transports us back in time to the early 1900s, where the tranquil waters of Bermuda's Royal Navy Dockyard are dotted with wooden ships, their masts standing tall against the clear blue sky. At the heart of this bustling maritime hub lies Admiralty House, a historic building that has borne witness to the rich naval history of this British Overseas Territory in the Western Atlantic. The figurehead of HMS Irresistible, a Royal Navy battleship that served during the First World War, graces the entrance of Admiralty House. The figurehead depicts the god Neptune, the Roman deity of the sea, holding a trident in one hand and a dolphin in the other. Neptune's regal countenance and the intricate carvings adorning his body are a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of the sailors who created him. The HMS Irresistible was one of the most powerful battleships of its time, and its figurehead was a symbol of the British Navy's dominance on the high seas. The ship was decommissioned in the 1920s, but its legacy lives on through the figurehead that now stands proudly at Admiralty House. This postcard, captured in the 1910s, offers a glimpse into the past, where the rhythm of the tides, the call of the sea, and the might of the British Navy shaped the daily life of Bermuda and its people.
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