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One sheet original vintage maritime advertising poster for Navy Week Portsmouth, held from August 1st to 8th, circa 1920.
The artwork features a striking illustration of two iconic Royal Navy vessels:
HMS Victory: Shown in the foreground, this is Admiral Lord Nelson's famous flagship from the Battle of Trafalgar.
HMS Nelson: Depicted as a silhouette in the background, representing the modern battleship of that era.
Poster Details
Event: Navy Week Portsmouth.
Dates: August 1st – 8th.
Artist/Publisher: Often attributed to UK naval illustrators of the early 20th century.
Purpose: These posters were used to promote public tours and recruitment for the Royal Navy in Portsmouth. |
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