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PSS Great Eastern on the ocean, 1858
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PSS Great Eastern on the ocean, 1858
PSS Great Eastern on the ocean, 1858. Colour print after a painting by Edwin Weedon. This steamship, designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel with John Scott Russell, was lauched in 1858 and was the largest vessel afloat until she was broken up in 1888. Brunel had proposed to the Eastern Steam Navigation Company the construction of a steamship six times the size of any then in use. Built of iron, in Millwall, London, she was fitted with both paddle wheels and a screwpropeller. It was not until 1899 that her dimensions were exceeded by the SS Oceanic
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This print showcases the majestic PSS Great Eastern as she gracefully sails across the vast ocean in 1858. Painted by Edwin Weedon, this color print beautifully captures the grandeur of Isambard Kingdom Brunel's remarkable creation. The steamship, a collaborative effort between Brunel and John Scott Russell, was an engineering marvel of its time. Launched in 1858, the PSS Great Eastern held the distinction of being the largest vessel afloat until her eventual dismantling in 1888. Brunel's audacious proposal to construct a ship six times larger than any other at that time became a reality with this iron-built masterpiece from Millwall, London. Equipped with both paddle wheels and a screw propeller, it symbolized innovation and progress in maritime technology. The image depicts turbulent waters surrounding the ship, emphasizing its resilience against nature's forces. This metaphorical representation highlights not only its physical enormity but also its significance within the shipping industry during the 19th century. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from Oxford Science Archive, we are transported back to an era where water transport played a vital role in connecting nations and facilitating global trade. The PSS Great Eastern stands as an enduring testament to human ingenuity and ambition.
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