Harringay, Haringey - So Good they Spelt it Twice!
Balloon at Ally Pally, Nelson's Day 1905
1905 saw a Nelson Ball held at the Palace and a full sized replica of Nelson’s Column was brought into the Great Hall. Evidently this balloon was part of the proceedings at some point. (I'm assuming that Nelson's Day is what we today refer to as Trafalgar Day, celebrated apparently on 21st October. In fact I suspect that the photo publisher has conflated the Nelson Centenary of 1905 and Trafalgar Day.).
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Comment by Michele on February 14, 2018 at 16:52
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Beautiful image.
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Comment by Hugh on February 14, 2018 at 21:12
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Here's Trafalgar Day 1905 in Traf Square (click the second pic to enlarge it):
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Comment by Geraldine on March 16, 2018 at 2:22
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Thanks for posting these great photos, Hugh!
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Comment by Straw Cat on March 16, 2018 at 11:55
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There is an almost phallic-worshiping quality about these events, which took place at the very height of Britain's naval power under Admiral Jackie Fisher. "Look - we've got a bigger one than you lot!"
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More great finds Hugh.
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Was the ballon tethers to the iron anchor that is still near the mini golf course at Ally Pally?
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