Arethusa prize day 1947 by John Cooper

John Cooper | all galleries >> English Coastal Towns >> Arethusa > Arethusa prize day 1947


1947

Arethusa prize day 1947

River Medway view map

Annual prizegiving.
Presented by Sir Bracewell-Smith, Lord Mayor of London.
Photo and copyright owned by Alf Frost.
Built in Germany as the four masted barque Peking.
Retired in 1932 and moored in the river Medway, renamed the TS Arethusa.
In 1975 aquired by the South Street, Sea Port museum in New York.
Towed there to pier 16 and restored and renamed back to Peking.

other sizes: small medium large auto

previous | next

William Shaw		23-Mar-2021 22:47
I was number 74, (Foretop Port) and (Petty Officer, gymnastics team, Swimming team, Racing Boats Crew) and left the Ari in July 1951, joined Castle line MN but bad eyesight limited my prospects so I came ashore. Studied to become a Professional Engineer but got grabbed by the Army for National Service in 1956/1958 (became an instructor Royal Signals 1TR) which interrupted my civilian career. My time on the Ari set me up for my character and actions in later life (Youth Club Leader, Councillor, Teacher, manager etc. I am still fit at 85, and pleased to have had the Ari experience.

D Collom		25-Mar-2020 23:53
I served on the Arry in 1947

D Collom		25-Mar-2020 23:51
Who were the officers when LevMare was the captain who was Jimmy one he was a boxer do you know his nmeibserved on the Arry number 220 quarterdeck port

Tony Butler		12-Jun-2019 07:41
That last "guest comment was from me

Guest		12-Jun-2019 07:40
Belated I know, but that's the first time I've seen an entry from someone who was on the Arethusa the same time as myself.. I was number 40, Top Port 1959-61. Joined the RN Msy 1st 61. The Whizz taught me well. Joine as a Seaman TAS but pretty soon realized that scrubbing decks and painting wasn't my forte so transferred to the Fleet Air Arm and spent nearly 30yrs flying. No regrets. However, I did join the Arethusa Old Boys Association. Still pay the annual subs but it been a few years since I've received any bumf. Is it still going?

Guest		18-Feb-2017 11:15
Barry Clarke. barry.clarke7@tesco.net

Guest		18-Feb-2017 11:14
Hi Des,remember it well,but i was there.1959 so was a bit before you,i allso joined the Merchant Navy,Best years of my life. A young 75yrs young now. Barry Clarke Folkestone Kent.

Douglas Gray		15-Dec-2015 17:14
My dad Arthur Gray was aboard The Arethusa in 1928 approximately.I am not sure how long he spent on her as I understand there is a 100 year limit before I can access more info? If this is not the case I would love to find out more about his time served on her.....any suggestions?

Dave		15-Feb-2008 06:01
This brings back a few memories,On the left you can see the gangway where we use to get weekend to go ashore to Strood.At the front of her you can just see the lady on the bow. Dave

Des Hoskin		10-Nov-2007 19:48
She didn't look much diferent in 1959/63. Great picture. Thanks for bringing back some old memories, 105 Des Hoskin. Top Starboard division. Anyone remember me and want to get in touch, feel free. PHEONIX1947@aol.com Would be nice to hear from some from 1961 to 1963 in particular. Does anyone know if there is a replacement TS Arethusa at Upnor?

1moremile		11-Jul-2007 22:17
And I thought the U.S. Navy was outdated. Kidding. Nice photo and memory.

Type your message and click Add Comment

It is best to login or register first but you may post as a guest. Enter an optional name and contact email address. Name
Name Email
help	private comment

Type your message and click Add Comment

It is best to login or register first but you may post as a guest. Enter an optional name and contact email address. Name
Name Email
help	private comment