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RMS Aquitania, Cunard Line cruise ship
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RMS Aquitania, Cunard Line cruise ship
RMS Aquitania, Cunard Line cruise ship with 36 years of service, from 1914 to 1950. She served in both world wars, and returned to passenger use afterwards. Date: 20th century
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Aquitania Cruise Cunard Lifeboat Lifeboats Steamer Steamship Transatlantic Liner
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RMS Aquitania: A Maritime Masterpiece of the 20th Century This photograph showcases the iconic RMS Aquitania, a Cunard Line cruise ship that graced the seas from 1914 to 1950. With an impressive 36-year service history, this steamship was a symbol of luxury and leisure for generations of passengers. The RMS Aquitania was not only a marvel of engineering but also a testament to the grandeur of the transatlantic liner era. Measuring over 800 feet in length and capable of carrying over 2,000 passengers, she was a sight to behold as she cut through the waves. This photograph captures the RMS Aquitania in her element, with plumes of smoke billowing from her funnels, adding to her majestic appearance. The sea stretches out before her, dotted with lifeboats, a necessary precaution for any vessel of her size and era. The RMS Aquitania's history is rich and varied. She served during both World Wars, playing a crucial role in the war effort before returning to passenger service. Her service during these conflicts is a testament to her resilience and the important role that ships like her played in shaping the course of history. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when travel by sea was an adventure in and of itself, and the RMS Aquitania was a symbol of luxury and elegance. Today, she remains an important part of maritime history, a testament to the ingenuity and vision of those who designed and built her.
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