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RMS Lusitania - ledger listing supplies prior to sailing
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RMS Lusitania - ledger listing supplies prior to sailing
RMS Lusitania - rare hardbound ledger dated 28 June 1907 to 26 August 1907 relating to supplies and provisions for the Lusitania prior to sailing. The last entry is 26 August - the following day the ship was handed over by her builders John Brown to Cunard. Date: 1907
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© Henry Aldridge & Son Ltd. / Mary Evans
Builders Cunard Dated Entry Handed Handwriting Handwritten Hardbound Include Ledger List Lusitania Provisions Rare Relating Supplies Toiletries 1907
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This rare and intriguing hardbound ledger, dated from 28th June to 26th August 1907, offers a unique glimpse into the meticulous preparations for the maiden voyage of the RMS Lusitania. Meticulously handwritten, this record details the supplies and provisions carefully amassed for the luxurious ocean liner prior to her handover from builders John Brown to Cunard Line on the 27th of August, the day following the last entry. The pages of this historic ledger reveal an extensive list of provisions, ranging from foodstuffs like beef, mutton, pork, poultry, fish, and an array of fruits and vegetables, to toiletries such as soap, candles, and towels. The transport of these essential items is also documented, including the transportation of coal, fuel oil, and other machinery parts. The RMS Lusitania, a symbol of Edwardian opulence and elegance, was one of the most famous ocean liners of its time. Its sinking during World War I in 1915, with the loss of over a thousand lives, remains a significant event in maritime history. This ledger, with its detailed entries, offers a fascinating insight into the world of early 20th-century transatlantic travel and the intricacies of supplying a large ocean liner before its departure. This extraordinary document, from the collection of Henry Aldridge & Son Ltd., is a testament to the meticulous planning and organization required to ensure the comfort and safety of passengers aboard the RMS Lusitania during her maiden voyage. A must-have for history buffs, maritime enthusiasts, and collectors, this ledger is a captivating piece of history that brings to life the grandeur and excitement of the Edwardian era.
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