Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich 1959
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This authentic 1950s colour photograph captures a classic riverside view of the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich, seen from the perspective of passengers on a Thames river boat. Taken in 1959, the image showcases the symmetrical masterpiece designed by Sir Christopher Wren, with its iconic twin domes and grand Baroque colonnades standing prominently against the water’s edge. In the foreground, several passengers are seen from behind, including a young boy in a striped t-shirt and adults in mid-century attire, leaning against the wooden rails of the vessel to take in the historic vista. The calm grey waters of the Thames reflect the scale of the naval buildings, which at the time of this photo still served as a training establishment for the Royal Navy. This archival print is a beautiful record of London’s maritime heritage and post-war tourism, making it an ideal resource for historical research, architectural study, or to print for yourself as a timeless piece of Greenwich history.
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