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French Liner Normandie leaving Le Havre, May 1935
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French Liner Normandie leaving Le Havre, May 1935
Photograph of the French luxury liner, Normandie, leaving Le Havre on her maiden voyage. When she arrived in New York, 4 days and three hours later, she had captured the Blue Riband quite easily, breaking all Atlantic records in the process
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A Grand Farewell: The French Liner Normandie Departs Le Havre on Her Maiden Voyage, May 1935 This evocative photograph captures the moment of departure for the French luxury liner Normandie as she sets sail from Le Havre on her maiden voyage on May 27, 1935. The Normandie, a marvel of maritime engineering and design, was the largest and fastest ocean liner in the world at the time, promising a new era of luxury and speed across the Atlantic. The Normandie's departure from Le Havre marked the beginning of her historic journey to New York. In just four days and three hours, she would arrive at her destination, shattering all previous Atlantic records and capturing the coveted Blue Riband for the fastest transatlantic crossing. The Normandie's sleek, streamlined hull and innovative design, including her distinctive blue hull, set a new standard for ocean liners. Her elegant Art Deco interiors, featuring opulent materials and cutting-edge technology, epitomized the glamour and sophistication of the era. As the Normandie sliced through the waves, leaving Le Havre behind, she signaled a new chapter in transatlantic travel. Her record-breaking voyage marked the beginning of a new era of luxury and speed, setting the stage for the golden age of ocean liner travel. This photograph, taken from the shores of Le Havre, offers a glimpse into a bygone era of maritime history. The Normandie's departure marked a moment of excitement and anticipation, as the world eagerly awaited the arrival of this magnificent vessel in New York harbor.
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