Naval manoeuvres at Grimsby Docks by G. H. Davis
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Naval manoeuvres at Grimsby Docks by G. H. Davis
The naval manoeuvres of 1913 -- the raid of the Reds upon Grimsby Docks. As described by the artist who was there to witness it: Hundreds of men swarmed up the whalings at the sides of the dock entrance from the boats of the two transports. The men were drawn from the Cornwalls, Gloucesters, Royal Fusiliers, and Royal Welsh Fusiliers. Date: 1913
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Davis Dock Docks Escalation Fusiliers Grimsby Guns Manoeuvre Manoeuvres Matania Preparation Prewar Raid Reds Rifles Sides Sphere Transports Witness Weapons
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking image captures the intensity and excitement of the naval manoeuvres that took place at Grimsby Docks in 1913, as depicted by the skilled hand of G.H. Davis. The scene shows hundreds of soldiers from the Cornwalls, Gloucesters, Royal Fusiliers, and Royal Welsh Fusiliers storming up the wharves at the sides of the dock entrance. Armed with guns and rifles, they prepare for action as they disembark from the two transports moored in the background. The men's determined expressions and the readiness of their weapons suggest that this was no ordinary training exercise. The year was 1913, a time of escalating tensions in Europe as the world edged closer to war. The sight of these soldiers, poised and ready, underscores the seriousness of the situation. The Reds, a radical left-wing group, had made threats against the docks, leading to the need for a show of force by the military. Davis, who was there to witness the event, masterfully captures the energy and urgency of the moment. His use of light and shadow, as well as his attention to detail, bring the scene to life. The soldiers' uniforms glisten in the sunlight, while the shadows cast by the dock structures add depth and texture to the image. This print offers a unique glimpse into a pivotal moment in British military history, a time of preparation and pre-war escalation. It serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of military readiness and the potential consequences of political unrest.
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