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The 45, 000 ton liner Aquitania arrives at Gourock Pier on the The Clyde
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The 45, 000 ton liner Aquitania arrives at Gourock Pier on the The Clyde
The 45, 000 ton liner Aquitania arrives at Gourock Pier on the The Clyde, where she sailed to from Southampton on her final voyage, to be broken up after 36 years service.
22nd February 1950.
RMS Aquitania
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Mirrorpix
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Scotland
Media ID 21687509
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The majestic RMS Aquitania, a 45,000-ton liner, gracefully glides into Gourock Pier on the picturesque Clyde River. This iconic photograph captures the final voyage of this legendary ocean liner after an impressive 36 years of service. The year is 1950, and as she sails from Southampton to her ultimate destination for dismantling, the Aquitania leaves behind a legacy that will forever be etched in maritime history. The sheer size and grandeur of the Aquitania are evident in this stunning print by Mirrorpix from Memory Lane Prints. Standing tall against the backdrop of a tranquil sea, she symbolizes an era when ships were not just modes of transport but floating palaces that epitomized luxury and elegance. Owned by Cunard Line, the Aquitania was one of their most beloved vessels. Throughout her illustrious career, she transported countless passengers across vast oceans with unparalleled comfort and style. From celebrities to immigrants seeking new beginnings in distant lands, all who stepped foot on board experienced a level of opulence unmatched by any other ship. As we gaze upon this image today, it serves as a poignant reminder of an era gone by – where ships like the Aquitania ruled the seas with grace and splendor. Let us cherish this snapshot from history as we pay tribute to both an extraordinary vessel and those who sailed aboard her.
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