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Great Eastern steamship, 1857
The Great Eastern steamship, on her first voyage, leaving Southampton water for New York. Date: 1857
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Leviathan Maiden Southampton Steam Ship Voyage 1860s
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This photograph captures the majestic Great Eastern steamship on the brink of her historic maiden voyage from Southampton water to New York in 1857. The Great Eastern, a marvel of engineering and innovation for the time, was the largest steamship ever built, nicknamed the "Leviathan of the Seas." With her impressive dimensions of 322 feet in length and a beam of 43 feet, she was designed to transport passengers and cargo across the Atlantic Ocean more efficiently than ever before. The image portrays the Great Eastern leaving the calm waters of Southampton, surrounded by smaller boats and vessels, as she sets sail on her journey to the bustling shores of New York. The steamship's powerful funnels emit plumes of smoke, signaling her readiness to embark on her transatlantic adventure. The crew, dressed in their nautical attire, can be seen on the deck, ensuring the ship's smooth departure. The 1850s and 1860s marked a significant period in maritime history, as steamships began to replace sailing ships for transatlantic travel. The Great Eastern represented the pinnacle of this technological advancement, offering passengers a more comfortable and reliable journey across the ocean. This photograph is a testament to the engineering prowess of the time and the excitement that came with the dawn of a new era in transportation. The Great Eastern's maiden voyage was a success, and she continued to make regular crossings between Europe and North America until her tragic demise in 1866, when she ran aground off the coast of Ireland. Despite her untimely end, the Great Eastern left an indelible mark on maritime history, paving the way for larger, more efficient steamships to follow in her wake.
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