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Fixing the Propeller - Hamburg-America Line
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Fixing the Propeller - Hamburg-America Line
Fixing the Propeller for a vessel of the Hamburg-America Line, Germanys largest shipping company at this time. Date: circa 1910s
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Amerika Attach Attaching Crane Fixing Hamburg Heavy Huge Immense Propeller Pulley Scaffolding Shipping Size Trans Atlantic Vast Weight Winch Liner Linie
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Fixing the Propeller: A Feat of Engineering on the Hamburg-America Line (circa 1910s) This photograph captures the moment of intricate engineering and precision as workers fix the propeller of a colossal vessel belonging to the Hamburg-America Line, Germany's largest shipping company during the 1910s. The image exudes a sense of grandeur and scale, with the immense liner dwarfing the surrounding scaffolding and crane. The vast ship, adorned with the German and American flags, lies still in the water, its hull reflecting the rippling surface. The intricate network of ropes, pulleys, and winches are in place, ready to lift the heavy propeller for repairs. The crane, with its massive boom and counterweight, looms overhead, a testament to the engineering prowess of the time. The workers, seemingly small in comparison to their surroundings, are focused intently on their task. They attach the propeller to the crane, using a ballin, a large metal hook, to secure it in place. The ballin, with its intricate design, adds to the overall sense of detail and craftsmanship. The propeller, a crucial component of the ship's propulsion system, is both immense and heavy, requiring the combined effort of the workers and the powerful crane to be lifted and secured. The transatlantic journey of this liner, the Hamburg-America Linie Klasse, relied on the efficiency and durability of its propeller, making this repair a vital one. This photograph offers a glimpse into the intricacies of maritime engineering during the early 20th century, highlighting the dedication and skill required to keep these vessels in top condition for their transatlantic journeys.
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