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Arrival of "The Great Britain"Steam-Ship at New York, 1845. Creator: Unknown
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Arrival of "The Great Britain"Steam-Ship at New York, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Arrival of " The Great Britain" Steam-Ship at New York, 1845. The SS Great Britain steamship, designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, was the longest passenger ship in the world from 1845 to 1854. Here we see...the leviathan vessel passing Fort Hamilton and the Narrows. In the foreground are the crowd of spectators, and the battery of enormous guns....On Monday, the Great Britain was opened to the public at the rate of 25 cents a-head, and 12 cents extra to the engine-room; and thousands poured into New York to see the " big ship". She sailed from Bristol to New York...against foul winds and cross seas, in 14 days, or 354 hours, giving an average speed for the whole voyage of somewhat more than 9 1/4 knots or nautical miles (which is equal to 10 3/4 statute miles) per hour. From " Illustrated London News", 1845, Vol VII
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This print captures the historic moment of the arrival of "The Great Britain" steamship at New York in 1845. Designed by the legendary Isambard Kingdom Brunel, this magnificent vessel held the title of being the longest passenger ship in the world from 1845 to 1854. In this image, we witness the colossal steamship gracefully passing Fort Hamilton and navigating through the Narrows, leaving spectators awestruck. In the foreground, a crowd eagerly gathers to catch a glimpse of this leviathan ship as it makes its grand entrance into New York Harbor. Towering behind them are enormous cannons that form an impressive battery, symbolizing both protection and power. The excitement surrounding "The Great Britain" was palpable during those times. The public had their chance to explore this engineering marvel for themselves as it opened its doors for visitors at a modest fee. Thousands flocked to see what was dubbed as "the big ship" testament to its immense popularity and significance. Having completed an arduous journey from Bristol against unfavorable weather conditions, "The Great Britain" accomplished an astonishing feat by reaching New York in just 14 days or 354 hours. This remarkable achievement showcased her exceptional speed, averaging over 9¼ knots per hour throughout her voyage. Preserved within this engraving from "Illustrated London News" dating back to 1845, is not only a snapshot of history but also a tribute to human ingenuity and maritime prowess.
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