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Children: Humour: Mutiny at City Road Basin: It was almost mutiny at the City Road Basin
Children: Humour: Mutiny at City Road Basin: It was almost mutiny at the City Road Basin, Islington, as children swarmed over firgate HMS Cleopatra and submarine HMS Renown, but Fleet Chief Petty Officer Keith Ward soon brought the situation under control when he opened up the food store of sticky buns, cream cakes, sandwiches, sausages on sticks and orange squash. April 1975
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Mutiny Averted - Children's Delight on the High Seas
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. In this snapshot from April 1975, we witness a moment of sheer joy and mischief at the City Road Basin in Islington. The scene unfolds as children swarm over two naval vessels, HMS Cleopatra and HMS Renown, creating an atmosphere akin to mutiny. However, their rebellious spirit is quickly tamed by Fleet Chief Petty Officer Keith Ward. Amidst the chaos, CPO Ward comes to the rescue with a clever strategy. He opens up the food store aboard one of the ships, revealing a treasure trove of delectable treats that would make any child's heart skip a beat. Sticky buns, cream cakes, sandwiches, sausages on sticks - all accompanied by refreshing orange squash - are laid out before them. As if under a spell cast by these irresistible goodies, laughter fills the air as children clad in adorable miniature uniforms indulge in their impromptu feast. Their smiles are infectious and their eyes sparkle with delight as they savor each bite. This photograph captures not only a momentary lapse into playful rebellion but also showcases how simple acts of kindness can swiftly restore order and bring joy to young hearts. It serves as a reminder that even amidst structured military environments like these naval vessels, there is always room for spontaneity and lightheartedness when it comes to nurturing childhood memories.
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