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Embarkation of the Prince of Wales in H.M.S. "Hero" at Plymouth for Canada, 1860. Creator: Unknown. Embarkation of the Prince of Wales in H.M.S. "Hero" at Plymouth for Canada, 1860. Creator: Unknown
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Embarkation of the Prince of Wales in H.M.S. "Hero" at Plymouth for Canada, 1860. Creator: Unknown. Embarkation of the Prince of Wales in H.M.S. "Hero" at Plymouth for Canada, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Embarkation of the Prince of Wales in H.M.S. "Hero" at Plymouth for Canada, 1860. The future King Edward VII goes on a royal visit to North America - sailors manning the yards. The men-of-war were dressed with flags from stem to stern. Some distance outside the Breakwater was seen the Channel Fleet, with sails all set, and lighted up by the setting sun. At ten minutes after seven the entrance of the Royal yacht into the Sound was announced by a Royal salute from the Ariadne and the citadel...About half-past eight his Royal Highness embarked on board H.M.S. Hero (91 guns), Captain Seymour, C.B.; and at seven the following morning, accompanied by the Ariadne frigate, under salutes from the St. George and Emerald, the citadel, and a battery on Mount Edgcumbe, left the Sound. The Channel fleet at this time lay south west of the Eddystone, and about four miles off the port. As the Hero approached them they opened into two lines, and the Hero passed between them and took the lead with a fair wind down the Channel'. From "Illustrated London News", 1860
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This captivating photograph captures the historic moment of the embarkation of the future King Edward VII, also known as the Prince of Wales, on board H.M.S.
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Hero" at Plymouth Harbor in 1860. The Prince was setting off on a royal visit to North America. The image showcases the dedication and readiness of the sailors manning the yards, preparing for the grand departure. The men-of-war were adorned with flags from stem to stern, creating a breathtaking sight against the setting sun. The Channel Fleet, with sails set and illuminated by the sun, can be seen in the distance. The royal embarkation was announced by a salute from the Ariadne and the citadel. At approximately 8:30 pm, the Prince boarded H.M.S. Hero, commanded by Captain Seymour, and at 7 am the following morning, accompanied by the Ariadne frigate, they left the Sound. The Channel fleet formed two lines as the Hero approached, allowing it to pass through and take the lead with a favorable wind down the Channel." This photograph is an intriguing glimpse into the past, offering a window into the grandeur and tradition of a royal embarkation. The meticulous preparations and the impressive display of naval power convey the significance of the event. The image is from the "Illustrated London News," a renowned publication at the time, and serves as an invaluable historical record.
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