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Steamship Samaria
Passenger liner of the Cunard White Star line, employed as a troopship in World War One. Date: circa 1915
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Cunard Employed Samaria Steam Ship Steam Ships Troop Ship Liner
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This evocative photograph captures the Steamship Samaria, a proud vessel of the Cunard White Star fleet, as it was repurposed as a troopship during World War One. Circa 1915, the Samaria, with its distinctive funnels and elegant lines, stands proudly at anchor, ready to embark on a mission far removed from its original role as a passenger liner. The Samaria, along with other Cunard White Star ships, was pressed into service to transport troops and supplies to the war fronts. The image shows the ship's vast deck, dotted with soldiers in uniform, their gear and equipment piled high around them. The Samaria's once luxurious interiors were transformed into makeshift barracks and mess halls, providing temporary shelter and sustenance for the brave men and women who were answering the call to duty. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the role that steamships played during the war, serving as vital links in the logistical chain that kept the Allied forces supplied and mobilized. The Samaria, like so many other ships of its time, became a floating city, a temporary home for thousands of soldiers, and a crucial component in the larger war effort. This image, from the Mary Evans Prints Online collection, is a testament to the adaptability and resilience of the steamship, and the indomitable spirit of those who sailed on them during the most trying of times.
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