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Cruise ship Cap Arcona of the Hamburg South America Line
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Cruise ship Cap Arcona of the Hamburg South America Line
Cruise ship Cap Arcona of the Hamburg South America Line, seen here in Hamburg harbour, Germany, on 1 January 1929. Date: 1929
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Cruise Cruiser Hamburg Rhein Rhine Track 1929 January
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This stunning photograph captures the majestic Cruise Ship Cap Arcona of the Hamburg South America Line, anchored in Hamburg harbour, Germany, on New Year's Day in 1929. The Cap Arcona was a testament to the golden age of ocean travel and represented the epitome of luxury and elegance during the 1920s. The ship, with its distinctive white hull and tall funnel, is seen here gracefully docked against the backdrop of the Rhine River and railway tracks. The railroad connection was an essential feature of the Hamburg South America Line, allowing passengers to travel seamlessly from Europe to South America via train and ship. The Cap Arcona was the largest passenger ship in the world at the time of its launch, boasting impressive dimensions of 212 meters in length and a capacity of 1,800 passengers. The ship's luxurious amenities included a swimming pool, a cinema, a ballroom, and a grand dining room. The 1920s, also known as the Roaring Twenties, was a period of cultural and social transformation. This era was marked by prosperity, innovation, and a newfound appreciation for leisure and pleasure. The Cruise Ship Cap Arcona embodied the spirit of this era, offering its passengers an unforgettable journey across the Atlantic Ocean. As you gaze at this photograph, you can almost hear the sound of the ship's horn and feel the excitement of the passengers as they embarked on their adventure to a new world. This image is a reminder of the rich maritime history of Hamburg and the golden age of ocean travel.
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