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Crew of RMS Olympic
The crew of RMS Olympic in dress uniform including Captain Edward Smith (centre with white beard). Four of these men, including Captain Smith, went on to become crew of the ill-fated passenger liner RMS Titanic, the sister ship of the Olympic. The others were ships surgeon Dr William O Loughlin (second from left); First Officer William McMaster Murdoch (second from right); and Chief Purser Hugh McElroy (far right)
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the distinguished crew of the RMS Olympic in their impeccable dress uniforms, with Captain Edward Smith standing proudly at the center, his white beard adding to his air of authority. Little did these men know that four of them would go on to serve aboard the ill-fated RMS Titanic, the sister ship of the Olympic.
Among those pictured are ship's surgeon Dr. William O Loughlin, First Officer William McMaster Murdoch, and Chief Purser Hugh McElroy - all destined to be part of one of history's most tragic maritime disasters. The image exudes a sense of camaraderie and professionalism as these men pose for the camera in 1911.
As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we can't help but wonder about the stories behind each face and what they experienced during their time at sea. The legacy of these sailors lives on through this photograph, serving as a poignant reminder of both the glory and tragedy that befell them aboard two iconic ships.
This print from Mary Evans Prints Online is not just a historical artifact; it's a window into a bygone era when brave men like Captain Smith and his crew sailed across vast oceans, facing unknown dangers with unwavering courage.
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