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RMS Queen Mary passing Cowes, Isle of Wight, August 1936. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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RMS Queen Mary passing Cowes, Isle of Wight, August 1936. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
RMS Queen Mary passing Cowes, Isle of Wight, August 1936. A policeman watches from the quay as the ocean liner Queen Mary passes the port of Cowes. The ship sailed between Southampton, Cherbourg and New York from 1936 to 1967 for the Cunard Line
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Arthur Henry Arthur Henry Kirk Cowes Cunard Edgar Wp Edgar Wp Kirk Isle Of Wight Kirk Kirk Sons Of Kirk Sons Of Cowes Liner Ocean Liner Policeman Port Qsts Queen Mary Queen Mary Rms Queen Mary Shipping Industry White Star Line William Umpleby William Umpleby Kirk
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RMS Queen Mary passing Cowes, Isle of Wight, August 1936 - A Glimpse into Maritime Majesty
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. In this print captured by Kirk & Sons of Cowes, we are transported back to the summer of 1936. The iconic ocean liner RMS Queen Mary gracefully glides past the bustling port of Cowes, as if a floating palace on water. Standing watch from the quay is a vigilant policeman, his gaze fixed upon this majestic vessel that epitomized luxury travel. Built for the esteemed Cunard Line, the RMS Queen Mary embarked on her maiden voyage in May 1936 and quickly became an emblematic symbol of British maritime prowess. This monochrome image beautifully encapsulates both the grandeur and significance of this era-defining ship. As she traversed between Southampton, Cherbourg, and New York for over three decades until her retirement in 1967, the RMS Queen Mary carried countless passengers across vast oceans with elegance and sophistication. Her presence not only revolutionized transatlantic travel but also solidified Britain's dominance in shipping industry during that time. This photograph serves as a testament to the skillful craftsmanship behind Kirk & Sons' lens while immortalizing an important chapter in maritime history. It reminds us of an age when ocean liners were marvels that connected continents and sparked dreams within those who witnessed their splendor firsthand. Let us cherish this remarkable snapshot - a glimpse into a bygone era where trade met transport amidst breathtaking
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