The army had their own place on Famagusta beach where the troops could get changed and have a beer after their swim. I think it was named St Georges Hotel

Creator:

Chamberlain, Richard, 1935-2022

Publisher:

Collective Colour

Date:

1954

Inscriptions:

The army had their own place on Famagusta beach where the troops could get changed and have a beer after their swim. I think it was named St Georges Hotel. The following photos of Famagusta beach show how it was before the large hotels were built along the sea front. It was paradise on earth!

Description:

Famagusta beach from the King George Hotel. A local hangout for the British army.

Alternative Title:

Famagusta beach

Acquisition Note:

Donated by the photographer, Richard Chamberlain

Identifier:

pht_RC_048

Classification:

Photographs

Object Type:

Photograph

Rights Holder:

© Costas and Rita Severis Foundation

Rights Statement:

The CVAR holds or manages the copyright(s) in this item and its digital reproduction. If you need information about reusing this item, please send an email to research@severis.org

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