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Cunard Lines first transatlantic liner Britannia leaving Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 1847. Artist: Smyth
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Cunard Lines first transatlantic liner Britannia leaving Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 1847. Artist: Smyth
Cunard Lines first transatlantic liner Britannia leaving Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 1847. The Britannia made her first transatlantic voyage in 1840, travelling from Halifax, Nova Scotia, to Liverpool in 12 days and 10 hours. Charles Dickens sailed to America on this vessel in 1842, but suffered badly from seasickness and elected to make the return voyage on board a sailing vessel
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This print captures a significant moment in maritime history - the departure of Cunard Lines' first transatlantic liner, Britannia, from Boston, Massachusetts in 1847. The artist Smyth skillfully depicts the grandeur of this steamship as it sets sail on its journey across the Atlantic Ocean. The Britannia holds great historical significance, having made its inaugural transatlantic voyage in 1840 from Halifax, Nova Scotia to Liverpool in an impressive time of just 12 days and 10 hours. Notably, renowned author Charles Dickens sailed aboard this vessel in 1842 but unfortunately suffered from severe seasickness during his voyage to America. As a result, he opted for a return trip on a sailing vessel instead. In this engraving, we see the bustling harbor filled with people bidding farewell to loved ones embarking on their transatlantic adventure. The towering funnel of the Britannia emits plumes of smoke as it powers through the water with its paddle steamer propulsion system. This print not only showcases the technological advancements of the shipping industry during the nineteenth century but also highlights Britain's influence and connection with America at that time. It serves as a reminder of how travel and transportation played crucial roles in shaping our world today.
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