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HMS Pinafore, lunch on board ship
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HMS Pinafore, lunch on board ship
HMS Pinafore. Luncheon in the ward-room on board ship (the apartment assigned to the lieutenants on board a man-o -war}. Date: 1908
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Convivial Dinner Eating Gilbert Jan20 Luncheon Operetta Pinafore Sailors Sullivan Ward Room
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HMS Pinafore: A Convivial Luncheon in the Ward-Room of a Man-o-War (1908) This photograph, taken in 1908, offers a glimpse into the daily life of the crew aboard HMS Pinafore, a British man-o-war of the late Victorian era. The scene unfolds in the ward-room, the apartment assigned to the lieutenants on board the ship. The room is filled with a convivial atmosphere as the sailors gather for their midday meal, a luncheon, around a long table adorned with fine china and silverware. The operetta "HMS Pinafore," with music by Arthur Sullivan and libretto by W.S. Gilbert, had been first performed in 1878 and had become a beloved classic of the British stage. The name of the ship, Pinafore, was a nod to the popular production, and it seems that the crew has adopted the title as a source of pride and camaraderie. The sailors, dressed in their uniforms, engage in animated conversation as they enjoy their meal. Some lean forward, intently listening to their comrades, while others laugh heartily at a shared joke. The room is bathed in the warm, golden light filtering in from the windows, creating an inviting and cozy atmosphere. The photograph offers a poignant reminder of the human side of life at sea, where even the most mundane moments, such as sharing a meal, could be filled with joy and camaraderie. The image transports us back in time, allowing us to experience a moment of history and the enduring spirit of the men who served on HMS Pinafore.
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