Great Britain Steamship Collection

Launch of the Great Britain Steamship (engraving)
1100655 Launch of the Great Britain Steamship (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Launch of the Great Britain Steamship)

The great Britain Steamship as Seen from From the Coast Guard Station, 1846
The " great Britain" Steamship as Seen from From the Coast Guard Station, 1846

Arrying Property from the great Britain Steamship to the Shore, 1846
Arrying Property from the " great Britain" Steamship to the Shore, 1846

The great Britain Steamship at Midwater
The " great Britain" Steamship at Midwater. St. Johns Point Lighthouse in the Distance, 1846

State Cabin of the great Britain. Removal of the Stores. 1846
State Cabin of the " great Britain." Removal of the Stores. 1846

the Great Britain Steamship, Sketched on the Morning after she Went Ashore
" the Great Britain" Steamship, Sketched on the Morning after she Went Ashore at Rathmullan, 1846

Arrying Property from the great Britain Steamship to the Shore, 1846
Arrying Property from the " great Britain" Steamship to the Shore, 1846

State Cabin of the great Britain. Removal of the Stores. 1846
State Cabin of the " great Britain." Removal of the Stores. 1846

the Great Britain Steamship, Sketched on the Morning after she Went Ashore
" the Great Britain" Steamship, Sketched on the Morning after she Went Ashore at Rathmullan, 1846

The great Britain Steamship At Midwater. St. Johns Point Lighthouse In The Distance
The " great Britain" Steamship At Midwater. St. Johns Point Lighthouse In The Distance, 1846

The great Britain Steamship As Seen From From The Coast Guard Station
The " great Britain" Steamship As Seen From From The Coast Guard Station, 1846

Great Britain steamship, Bristol, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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The Great Britain Steamship, a magnificent vessel that graced the seas during the 19th century, was an engineering marvel of its time. Its launch was a momentous occasion, captured in engravings that depicted the grandeur and power of this majestic ship. As it set sail on its maiden voyage, spectators marveled at its size and beauty from the Coast Guard Station. In 1846, disaster struck as the Great Britain found itself stranded off the coast. The scene of property being carried from the ship to shore became a testament to human resilience and determination. Despite this setback, hope remained as efforts were made to salvage what could be saved. Inside the State Cabin of the Great Britain, preparations were underway for removal of stores - a reminder of both luxury and practicality that existed within these walls. Even after going ashore, sketches captured her stoic presence against all odds. Midwater became another backdrop for capturing glimpses of this iconic steamship. St John's Point Lighthouse stood tall in the distance while waves crashed around her sturdy hull. It was here that one could truly appreciate her strength amidst nature's elements. From every angle - whether viewed from land or sea -the Great Britain Steamship commanded attention and admiration. Its legacy lives on through these snapshots frozen in time; reminders of an era when maritime travel reached new heights. As we reflect upon this remarkable vessel's history, let us remember not only its triumphs but also its trials.