The Reception of the American Fleet in Australia

Henry Northcote

Charles Stillman Sperry

Since our fleet started on its long journey around the world the American people have been greatly interested in its welfare, and as the boys land in foreign ports we are always solicitous as to the receptions tendered them from t...

Since our fleet started on its long journey around the world the American people have been greatly interested in its welfare, and as the boys land in foreign ports we are always solicitous as to the receptions tendered them from their hosts. In this beautiful picture we see how they were received in Australia, and it is a source of great gratification to any American patriot to see the way our officers and Jackies are welcomed and entertained by our English cousins. The first picture shows the arrival of the fleet at the port of Sydney, and we see at close range our magnificent ships as they steam into the bay and it is indeed inspiring to realize, though far from home, they are greeted with enthusiasm, and as Admiral Sperry and his officers step on shore they are given a tremendous ovation and received by the Governor-General, while his bands play the American national airs. Next we see the Admiral and his host starting for the review, amidst the cheers of the throngs that line the way; then comes the parade of the American officers and marines in the main street of Sydney, which is decorated beautifully in honor of the great occasion. We next see the arrival of Admiral Sperry at the review, and Lord Northcote with his staff, and then one of the grandest sights that any man would wish to see takes place on the vast parade ground, where the native soldiers in their gala attire act as escorts to their American friends, who line up and make a grand showing, while they bear aloft the Stars and Stripes. Finally, we see the ships as they leave for Japan, and here is shown an artistic piece of photography taken in the pale moonlight, where we see the cruisers stealing away in the dim of night, while the moon brightly shines on the peaceful waters, lending an air of tranquility to the scene as our boys start for home.

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