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The scene on the Victory during the court-martial, 1906
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The scene on the Victory during the court-martial, 1906
The scene on the Victory during the court-martial, 1906. The court-martial of Captain Thomas B. S. Adair and Lieutenant J. H. Dathan on board the Victory, Plymouth. The men were charged with having negligently or by default hazard, stranded, and lost the ship. The ship in question being the H.M.S Montagu, which on 30th May 1906 during radio communication trials carried out in thick fog, ran into Shutter Rock on the southwest corner of Lundy Island. From The Tatler Volume 21 [The Tatler, London, 1906]
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Atmospheric Captain Court Martial Devon Discussing Discussion Lieutenant Naval Plymouth The Tatler Victory Volume 21 Naval Warfare Negligence
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This print takes us back to the year 1906, capturing a significant moment in naval history. The scene unfolds on board the majestic Victory, docked at Plymouth during a court-martial that would determine the fate of Captain Thomas B. S. Adair and Lieutenant J. H. Dathan. The two officers stand tall in their naval uniforms, surrounded by an atmosphere charged with tension and anticipation. Gathered around a table adorned with antique furniture, they engage in intense discussions about the events leading to the unfortunate loss of H. M. S Montagu. The ship's tragic demise occurred during radio communication trials conducted amidst thick fog near Shutter Rock on Lundy Island. Accused of negligence and default hazard, Captain Adair and Lieutenant Dathan face grave consequences for allegedly stranding and losing this esteemed vessel. This monochrome snapshot not only captures the somber mood but also serves as a reminder of the risks faced by those who serve their country at sea. It symbolizes an era when warfare was predominantly fought on water transport vessels like H. M. S Montagu. Preserved through time, this historical print from The Tatler Volume 21 allows us to delve into early 20th-century naval warfare while contemplating themes of responsibility and accountability within military ranks.
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