Maiden voyage of the Vaterland
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Maiden voyage of the Vaterland
The maiden voyage of what was at the time the biggest ship in the world: the German Hamburg-Amerika cruise liner, Vaterland. Seen here in the Elbe before starting on a trial trip to the coast of Norway and back. Smaller photographs on either side show the entrance to the dining room and the swimming bath. Bottom centre is a sectional drawing of the Y-shaped funnel uptakes.
1914
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Media ID 14134684
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Amerika Bath Biggest Cruise Cruiser Davis Dining Double Elbe Funnel Hamburg Huge Largest Maiden Section Sectional Shaped Size Sphere Spread Swimming Trial Trip Vaterland Voyage Liner
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Maiden Voyage of the Vaterland: Witnessing History in the Making (1914) This photograph captures the historic moment of the maiden voyage of the Vaterland, the largest ship in the world at the time. The German Hamburg-Amerika cruise liner, a marvel of engineering and design, is seen here gracefully anchored in the Elbe River before embarking on a trial trip to the coast of Norway and back. The Vaterland, a testament to German ingenuity and industrial prowess, was a symbol of luxury and transport on the high seas. With its impressive size, measuring over 222 meters in length and boasting a gross register tonnage of 43,328, it dwarfed other ships of its era. Smaller photographs on either side of this image offer a glimpse into the opulence and comfort aboard the Vaterland. The entrance to the grand dining room, adorned with elegant decor and ornate details, promises a dining experience like no other. The swimming bath, a novelty at the time, showcases the ship's commitment to providing its passengers with every modern convenience. At the bottom center, a sectional drawing of the Y-shaped funnel uptakes offers a closer look at the intricacies of the ship's design. This innovative feature not only contributed to the Vaterland's distinctive appearance but also improved its overall functionality. As the Vaterland sets sail on its maiden voyage, it marks a new era in maritime travel and transportation. This photograph, taken in 1914 by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans, serves as a reminder of the awe and excitement that surrounded this historic event.
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