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The pantry, RMS Olympic BL24990_038

The pantry, RMS Olympic, White Star Line, 1920-21. The Olympic was sister ship to the ill-fated Titanic and Britannic. This Bedford Lemere and Company photograph was commissioned by the White Star Line, which was also known as the Oceanic Steam Navigation Company, and was probably taken at Southampton docks

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This evocative photograph captures the pristine pantry of the RMS Olympic, taken during her maiden voyage in 1920-1921. The Olympic, a White Star Line vessel and sister ship to the ill-famed Titanic and Britannic, is seen here in all its glory at the Southampton docks. Commissioned by the White Star Line, this Bedford Lemere and Company photograph showcases the meticulous attention to detail and luxurious appointments that defined ocean travel during this era. The pantry, adorned with gleaming silverware, fine china, and crisp white tablecloths, was a testament to the opulence and elegance of life aboard the Olympic. The crew, dressed in their formal uniforms, stand at attention, ready to serve the first-class passengers. The scene is one of order and refinement, a stark contrast to the bustling activity outside the pantry doors. The Olympic, launched in 1911, was the largest and most luxurious ship in the world at the time, a symbol of progress and innovation. However, her maiden voyage was marred by a collision with a French cruiser, resulting in significant damage and a delay to her inaugural crossing of the Atlantic. Despite this setback, the Olympic went on to enjoy a successful career, setting new standards for ocean travel and paving the way for the next generation of ocean liners. This photograph, preserved by Historic England Archive, offers a glimpse into a bygone era of luxury and elegance, a time when travel by sea was an adventure and a status symbol. It is a reminder of the rich maritime history of the White Star Line and the role that ships like the Olympic played in shaping the world we live in today.

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