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Great liners on hospital duty, WW1
The Cunard ocean liners, Olympic and Aquitania pictured arriving back on Britains shores during the First World War. Both vessels were converted for use as hospital ships during this time. Date: 1916
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Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection. This intricately detailed puzzle features the evocative image "Great Liners on Hospital Duty, WW1" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness history unfold as you piece together this stunning depiction of the Cunard ocean liners, Olympic and Aquitania. These iconic vessels, converted for use as hospital ships during the First World War, are shown arriving back on British shores in 1916. Immerse yourself in this historical puzzle and relive the courage and resilience of that era. A perfect gift for history enthusiasts or puzzlers alike.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the moment of homecoming for two Cunard ocean liners, the Olympic and Aquitania, as they return to British shores in 1916 during the First World War. Both of these magnificent vessels, once renowned for their commercial success as transatlantic liners, had been converted for use as hospital ships to provide essential medical support for the war effort. The Olympic, launched in 1911, and the Aquitania, which followed in 1914, were two of the largest and most luxurious ships of their time. However, with the outbreak of war, they were commandeered by the British government and transformed into floating hospitals. The conversion process involved removing non-essential amenities and installing medical facilities, including operating theatres, wards, and X-ray rooms. The photograph shows the two liners, adorned with their distinctive red crosses, approaching the British coastline. The sight of these familiar vessels returning home, laden with the hope of healing and recovery, would have been a welcome and uplifting sight for the people of Britain during the dark days of the war. The Cunard liners continued their hospital duties until the end of the conflict, transporting wounded soldiers and civilians from the battlefields of Europe to receive medical attention in Britain. This poignant image serves as a reminder of the vital role that these ships played in the war effort and the important contribution of maritime transport to the overall success of the Allied forces.
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