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The Olympic from the Era Dock, Belfast
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The Olympic from the Era Dock, Belfast
The Olympic from the Era Dock, Belfast - a side view of the ship with people standing on a pier in front. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Belfast). Date: circa early 1900s
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Antrim Belfast Dock Olympic Pier
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This photograph captures the majestic side view of the RMS Olympic as it gracefully sits at the Era Dock in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Dating back to the early 1900s, this image transports us back in time to an era of grand maritime voyages and industrial innovation. The Olympic, an iconic ocean liner and sister ship to the RMS Titanic, is shown in all its glory with its distinctive white hull and intricate deck details. The pier in front of the ship is bustling with activity as people stand and gather, taking in the sight of this engineering marvel. Their expressions of awe and wonder are palpable, as they likely prepare to embark on a transatlantic journey to new lands. The backdrop of the Era Dock, with its cranes and industrial structures, underscores the importance of Belfast as a major shipping hub during this period. County Antrim, located in Northern Ireland, was the birthplace of the Harland and Wolff shipyard, where the Olympic and Titanic were built. This photograph serves as a testament to the rich maritime history of Belfast and the enduring allure of ocean liners, which continue to captivate our imaginations and inspire generations of travelers. The Olympic, launched in 1911, was the largest ship in the world at the time and set the standard for luxury ocean travel. Its sinking during World War I in 1918 marked a tragic end to its illustrious career, but its legacy lives on through this image and the memories of those who were fortunate enough to witness its majesty firsthand.
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