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Launch of RMS Queen Mary
Part of the crowd at the launch of RMS Queen Mary, the new giant Cunard White Star Liner. Above them is Queen Mary herself, in a glass Royal Box which protected the royal party from heavy rain. Date: September 1934
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Christening Cunard Giant Heavy Liners Rain Liner
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In this historic photograph, a thrilled crowd gathers to witness the launch of RMS Queen Mary, the latest and largest addition to the prestigious Cunard White Star Line fleet. The date is September 1934, and the anticipation in the air is palpable as the new giant liner, a symbol of British maritime pride and innovation, is about to be christened. Above the excited onlookers, protected by a glass Royal Box, sits the royal party. Heavy rain falls from the sky, but it does little to dampen the spirits of those below. The Queen, accompanied by other members of the British royalty, watches intently as the launch ceremony unfolds. The RMS Queen Mary, a marvel of engineering and design, is poised in the water, ready to make her grand entrance. Her sleek lines and impressive size make her a sight to behold, and her role as an importer and transporter of people and goods across the Atlantic Ocean is sure to further strengthen the economic and cultural ties between Europe and North America. This photograph captures a moment in time, a moment when the future of maritime travel was about to be redefined. The RMS Queen Mary went on to become an iconic symbol of the golden age of ocean liners, and her launch marked the beginning of a new era in international transportation. This image is a testament to the power of human ingenuity and the enduring allure of the sea. It is a snapshot of history, a reminder of a time when the launch of a ship was a cause for celebration and a source of national pride.
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