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RMS Titanic, and Olympic, Henry Tingle Wilde, letter
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RMS Titanic, and Olympic, Henry Tingle Wilde, letter
RMS TITANIC/OLYMPIC: Henry Tingle Wilde (September 21st 1872 to April 15th 1912), Chief Officer R.M.S. Titanic. Handwritten letter from Wilde with envelope over three sides signed from Harry. Dated Plymouth, 5th January 1912. Date: 1912
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1872 Chief Envelope Handwritten Logo Olympic Titanic Wilde Tingle
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This evocative photograph captures the majestic RMS Titanic and her sister ship, RMS Olympic, docked side by side in Plymouth Harbour in the early 1910s. The Titanic, the largest and most luxurious ocean liner of her time, would tragically go down on her maiden voyage just over two months later, on April 15, 1912. In the foreground of this image, a handwritten letter lies on a table, its envelope peeking out from beneath. The letter, dated January 5, 1912, was penned by Henry Tingle Wilde, the Chief Officer of the RMS Titanic. Signed simply as "Harry," the letter is a poignant reminder of the human connection to these historic vessels. Wilde's letter, now over a century old, is preserved in this photograph, adding depth and intrigue to the scene. The envelope, bearing the red postmark of Plymouth and the unmistakable Union Jack flag logo of the General Post Office, further anchors the image in the time and place of its creation. The Titanic and Olympic, both White Star Line vessels, were designed to be the epitome of luxury and efficiency in ocean travel. The Titanic, with its iconic red funnel and distinctive logo, was a marvel of engineering and design. The letter from Wilde, a key member of the crew, offers a glimpse into the lives of those who sailed on these magnificent ships, and adds a human touch to the larger story of maritime history.
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