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Queen Mary Ocean Liner, being fitted out
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Queen Mary Ocean Liner, being fitted out
With the launching of the Queen Mary Ocean Liner a new phase of work began. Eighteen months between September 1934, and her departure for preliminary trials on 24 March 1936, two words " fitting out" cover the whole complicated programme of work by which an empty interor shell of steel is transformed into a gigantic speeding hotel. Date: 1934
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In this photograph from the 1930s, the Queen Mary Ocean Liner undergoes the intricate process of fitting out at the John Brown & Company shipyard in Scotland. After her successful launch on 26 September 1934, the transformation of this empty steel interior shell into a luxurious floating hotel began in earnest. The complex programme of work involved a multitude of tasks, from installing fixtures and fittings to supplying and fitting out the various amenities that would make the Queen Mary a true marvel of ocean travel. Craftsmen meticulously worked on every detail, from the grand staircases and opulent public rooms to the comfortable bedrooms and swimming pools. The Queen Mary was not just a means of transport, but a floating palace designed to cater to the needs and desires of her passengers. The ship's grand chapel, complete with its own organ and seating for 250, was a testament to the attention to detail that went into every aspect of the vessel. Lifeboats were installed and positioned, and the steering wheel was fitted, ready for the ship to set sail on her preliminary trials on 24 March 1936. Every element, from the functional to the decorative, was carefully installed to ensure the Queen Mary was a vessel of unparalleled luxury and comfort. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of shipbuilding during the 1930s and the incredible transformation that took place during the fitting out process. The Queen Mary, a true icon of the ocean liner era, was a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the time.
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