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Lusitania in 1908
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Lusitania in 1908
Passenger liner of the Cunard line, the largest in the world at the time of her launch; she will be torpedoed by a German U-boat in 1915, with the lost of 1198 lives
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1198 Cunard Largest Launched Lives Lost Lusitania Steam Ships Sunk Torpedoed Liner
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This stunning photograph captures the Lusitania, the largest passenger liner in the world at the time of her launch in 1908, as she gracefully enters the water for the first time. The Lusitania, a proud addition to the Cunard Line's fleet, was a marvel of modern transportation, measuring over 700 feet long and capable of carrying over 2,000 passengers. The Lusitania's launch marked a significant milestone in maritime history, representing the pinnacle of steamship technology and luxury. Yet, this image serves as a poignant reminder of the tragic events that would unfold just seven years later. In May 1915, during World War I, the Lusitania was torpedoed by a German U-boat off the coast of Ireland. The sinking of the Lusitania resulted in the loss of 1,198 lives, making it one of the deadliest maritime disasters in peacetime. The incident fueled anti-German sentiment in the United States and played a role in drawing the country into the war. Despite the tragic end to her story, the Lusitania's launch in 1908 remains a testament to the ingenuity and ambition of the early 20th century. This historical photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the world's largest passenger liner represented the pinnacle of human achievement, only to be overshadowed by the harsh realities of war.
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