Arrival of the Prince Imperial at Dover, Henry Spernon Tozer, 17 September 1870

Arrival of the prince imperial at dover, 6 september. Illustration for the illustrated times, 17 september 1870. Reference from the iln arrival of the prince imperial in england. The prince imperial, attended by commander duperre, major lamme, and major ferry, arrived at dover on tuesday, at half-past one o'clock, from ostend, in the belgian mail packet the count de flandre (captain giraud). It had not become generally known that his imperial highness was on board, consequently only about a hundred persons had assembled upon the pier to witness the arrival of the illustrious refugee. The prince was respectfully saluted by the spectators, whose attentions he acknowledged by touching his hat. He was attired in ordinary travelling costume. The prince was received, upon landing, by mr. Eborall, general manager of the south-eastern railway, who escorted him to the lord warden hotel, where the due de gramont had an interview with his imperial highness. The utmost privacy was observed during the prince's stay; but, notwithstanding the desire to keep his departure strictly private, a large number of persons assembled in and about the station, and cheered his imperial highness as he proceeded to the special train. The prince, who was visibly affected, shook hands with the mayor and other gentlemen; and. At his desire, mr. Eborall accompanied him in the royal carriage, on his journey to hastings. The prince arrived at the marine hotel at five o'clock. Date: 17 September 1870. Arrival of the Prince Imperial at Dover, 6 September - Illustrated Times 1870