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Royal Sovereign held up for coal. Margate trippers saved by oil burning Crested
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Royal Sovereign held up for coal. Margate trippers saved by oil burning Crested
Royal Sovereign held up for coal. Margate trippers saved by oil burning Crested Eagle.
The Crested Eagle leaving Old Swan Pier. In the background the Royal Sovereign is seeat her moorings. 22 May 1926
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This print captures a remarkable moment in maritime history. Titled "Royal Sovereign held up for coal. Margate trippers saved by oil burning Crested Eagle" the image transports us back to 22nd May 1926, between the wars era. In this snapshot, we witness the awe-inspiring sight of two iconic vessels on London's River Thames. The Royal Sovereign, an elegant ship, is seen moored in the background while awaiting its supply of coal. However, it is the heroic intervention of another vessel that steals the spotlight - the oil-burning Crested Eagle. As Margate trippers anxiously watch from afar, their fate hangs in balance until this modern marvel comes to their rescue. The Crested Eagle leaves Old Swan Pier with great speed and efficiency to save these stranded passengers from potential disaster. The monochrome composition adds a timeless quality to this photograph, emphasizing its historical significance as a testament to technological advancements during Europe's interwar period. This stunning visual relic serves as a reminder of how innovation can triumph over adversity and safeguard lives at sea. Preserved by Central News and now part of TopFoto's collection, this extraordinary image invites us into an era where steam-powered ships were transitioning towards more efficient fuel sources like oil-burning engines. It stands as a tribute not only to these magnificent vessels but also to those who tirelessly worked behind-the-scenes to ensure safe voyages for all aboard them.
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