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Nautical Christmas Cake
Captain Hover, the Master of the Goodwin Lightship, with a Christmas cake modelled in the shape of the lightship, the customary gift of Mr. E.A. Anderson of Broadstairs. Date: 1930s
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Anderson Broadstairs Cake Customary Gift Goodwin Hover Lightship Master Modelled Nautical Shape
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A Nautical Holiday Tradition: Captain Hover and the Goodwin Lightship Christmas Cake This charming photograph captures the spirit of the holiday season at sea during the 1930s. The image features Captain Hover, the Master of the Goodwin Lightship, proudly holding a unique and special Christmas cake. The cake, a customary gift from Mr. E.A. Anderson of Broadstairs, is modelled in the distinctive shape of the Goodwin Lightship. The Goodwin Lightship, also known as the "Master of the Waves," was a vital navigational aid located off the coast of Kent, England. Its purpose was to guide ships safely through the treacherous waters of the English Channel. The lightship's iconic silhouette, with its red and white stripes and distinctive shape, became a symbol of maritime safety and tradition. The annual presentation of the Nautical Christmas Cake was a cherished custom among the seafaring community. Mr. Anderson, a local philanthropist and businessman, would commission a baker to create the intricately detailed cake each year. The cake was then presented to the Captain and crew of the Goodwin Lightship as a token of appreciation for their tireless work and dedication to keeping ships safe during the busy holiday season. The photograph captures the warmth and camaraderie of this holiday tradition. The crew members gathered around their Captain, admiring the cake and no doubt looking forward to a well-deserved break from their duties. The cake, with its intricate details and lifelike representation of the Goodwin Lightship, stands as a testament to the enduring bond between the seafaring community and the holiday season.
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