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Launch of the Olympic at Belfast, 20Th October 1910
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Launch of the Olympic at Belfast, 20Th October 1910
Launch of the Olympic at Belfast, 20Th October 1910 - a view of the launch of the leviathan Olympic with men standing at the stern. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Belfast). Date: circa early 1900s
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This photograph captures the historic moment of the launch of the RMS Olympic on 20th October 1910, in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The image showcases the colossal size and grandeur of the Olympic as it glides gently into the water for the first time. With men standing proudly at the stern, their silhouettes contrasting against the setting sun, this photograph encapsulates the sense of achievement and pride that came with building such a marvel of engineering. The Olympic, a sister ship to the ill-fated Titanic, was built at the Harland and Wolff shipyard in Belfast, County Antrim. It was the largest and most luxurious ocean liner in the world at the time, a testament to the shipbuilding prowess of the region. The launch was a significant event, attracting thousands of spectators from all over the world, who came to witness the spectacle. The photograph offers a unique perspective of the launch, with the Olympic appearing as a leviathan emerging from the water, its size and power on full display. The men at the stern, their faces etched with determination and excitement, add a human touch to the scene, reminding us of the people behind the engineering marvel. This photograph is a valuable historical record of a bygone era, a time when the world was captivated by the possibilities of maritime travel and the wonders of engineering. It is a reminder of the rich maritime heritage of Belfast and Northern Ireland, and the role it played in shaping the world's transportation history.
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