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Queen Mary Ocean Liner, 6 months of activity
Six months of ceaseless activity. The Queen Mary, then known as Hull Number 534, had been halted between 1931 and 1934 due to the Great Depression of the 1930s, but the merger of Cunard and White Star Line and a nine-and-a-half million pound government loan saved the vessel. Six months from April to September, 1934 were months of tremendous activity. An army of riveters, platers, caulkers and artisans of all kinds were at work completing the 40, 000 ton hull of the still unnamed liner in readiness for the lauching by Queen Mary. Date: 1934
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Six Months of Ceaseless Activity: The Transformation of the Queen Mary Ocean Liner (1934) This evocative photograph captures the six-month period between April and September, 1934, when the Queen Mary, then known as Hull Number 534, underwent an incredible transformation. The Great Depression of the 1930s had halted the progress of this magnificent ocean liner between 1931 and 1934. However, the merger of Cunard and White Star Line, coupled with a nine-and-a-half million pound government loan, breathed new life into the project. The image showcases the unyielding spirit of human endeavor as an army of skilled workers, including riveters, platers, caulkers, and artisans of all kinds, labored tirelessly to complete the 40,000-ton hull of the still unnamed liner. The men, dressed in overalls and protective gear, are hard at work, their faces etched with determination and focus. The ropes and pulleys, the bronze propeller, and the engineering marvels of the time are all on display, symbolizing the pinnacle of British industry during the 1930s. The scene unfolds on the Clydeside of Scotland, a hub of shipbuilding and maritime activity. The steamliner, which would later become synonymous with luxury ocean travel, was being constructed with meticulous care and precision. The launching ceremony, which would mark the end of this intense six-month period, was eagerly anticipated by all involved. This photograph is a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of the human spirit, as well as a fascinating glimpse into the history of oceanic transport during the 1930s. The Queen Mary would go on to become an iconic symbol of maritime history, setting sail on her maiden voyage in May 1936.
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