Torpedo Boat & Scouts entering into Portsmouth Harbour

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Torpedo Boat & Scouts entering into Portsmouth Harbour

Torpedo Boat & Scouts entering into Portsmouth Harbour. 386202 Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson, Mm, 1St Northumbrian Field Ambulance, Royal Army Medical Corps. Born September 1889

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1889 386202 Acting Ambulance Born Corps Entering Gibson Herbert Northumbrian Portsmouth Regiments Sergeant Topographical Torpedo Scouts

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Torpedo Boats and Scouts Entering Portsmouth Harbour: A Moment of Respite in the Chaos of World War I This evocative photograph captures the moment when Torpedo Boats and Scouts enter Portsmouth Harbour during World War I. The image, dated between 1914 and 1918, depicts a flotilla of small, agile boats making their way into the protected waters of Portsmouth Harbour, bringing relief from the perils of the open sea. Among the onlookers at the harbour's edge is Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson, MM, of the 1st Northumbrian Field Ambulance, Royal Army Medical Corps. Born in September 1889, Gibson would have been in his late twenties during the war, making him a seasoned soldier. His military medal attests to his bravery and dedication to his duty. The presence of the torpedo boats and scouts in the harbour was a common sight during the war years. These small, fast vessels were crucial in the defense of the British coastline against enemy attacks. They were often used to lay mines, conduct patrols, and engage enemy submarines. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the soldiers and sailors who served during World War I. It also highlights the importance of Portsmouth Harbour as a strategic military base and the vital role it played in the defense of the United Kingdom. This topographical drawing, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a valuable historical record of a moment in time during the Great War. It invites us to reflect on the sacrifices made by soldiers like Acting Sergeant Gibson and the crucial role of the naval forces in defending the country during a time of conflict.

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