RRS Discovery, River Thames 1968
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This authentic 1960s colour photograph captures a serene, atmospheric view of the RRS Discovery moored at the Victoria Embankment in September 1968. The composition focuses on the ship’s black bow and long bowsprit, with the Union Jack flying proudly. Anchor chains extend from the hull into the murky waters of the River Thames. In the hazy background, the elegant arches of Waterloo Bridge are visible, carrying a classic red double-decker bus. To the left, the modernist roofline of the Royal Festival Hall emerges through the mist, while the distant silhouette of Big Ben can be seen further downriver. This image beautifully preserves the ship’s stay in London as a floating museum and training vessel before its eventual return to Dundee. This digital download is an evocative record of London’s maritime heritage, perfect to print for yourself as a piece of vintage wall art.
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