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P&O RMS Strathmore - India and Australia Mail Service
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P&O RMS Strathmore - India and Australia Mail Service
P&O RMS Strathmore - India and Australia Mail and Passenger Service Date: circa 1910s
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This evocative photograph captures the majestic P&O RMS Strathmore as it sailed the Pacific Ocean on its esteemed India and Australia Mail Service route in the 1910s. The Royal Mail Steamship (RMS) Strathmore was a testament to the engineering marvels of the early 20th century, measuring an impressive 537 feet in length and capable of carrying over 2,000 passengers and 12,000 tons of cargo. The P&O RMS Strathmore was a regular sight on the Pacific, connecting the Indian subcontinent with Australia and New Zealand. The ship's journey spanned over 12,000 nautical miles and took approximately 60 days, making it a lifeline for the thousands of passengers who traveled between the two continents for business, tourism, or to reunite with their families. The photograph showcases the ship's grandeur, with its tall funnel and elegant lines cutting through the waves. The deck is bustling with activity, as crew members go about their duties, and passengers can be seen enjoying the fresh sea air on the deck. The ship's Union Jack ensign flutters proudly at the mast, symbolizing the British connection to the route. The India and Australia Mail Service was a vital part of the historical maritime trade between the two continents, and the P&O RMS Strathmore was one of the most iconic vessels to have sailed this route. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when travel by sea was a grand and adventurous undertaking.
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