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The SS Kronprinzessin Cecilie, c1910. Creator: Unknown
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The SS Kronprinzessin Cecilie, c1910. Creator: Unknown
The SS Kronprinzessin Cecilie, c1910. Passenger ship named after the German crown princess, Duchess Cecilie of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (1886-1954), and operated by the North German Lloyd (Norddeutscher Lloyd) shipping line. She entered service in 1907 on the Bremen-Southampton-New York run. She was seized by the US Government during World War I, renamed the USS Mount Vernon, and served as a troopship. Postcard
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The SS Kronprinzessin Cecilie, c1910. A majestic passenger ship named after the esteemed German crown princess, Duchess Cecilie of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (1886-1954), captured in this photo print. Operated by the renowned North German Lloyd shipping line, she embarked on her maiden voyage in 1907 along the Bremen-Southampton-New York route, symbolizing luxury and elegance. With its vibrant colors and exquisite detailing, this postcard transports us back to a bygone era of opulent sea travel. The towering funnels emit billows of smoke as the steamship gracefully glides through the open waters. The SS Kronprinzessin Cecilie stands tall as a testament to engineering marvels and human ingenuity. During World War I, fate intervened as she was seized by the US Government and renamed USS Mount Vernon to serve as a troopship. This unexpected twist added another chapter to her illustrious history. The portrait captures not only an extraordinary vessel but also pays homage to Duchess Cecilie herself - a woman of grace and poise who lent her name to this grand ocean liner. It is a reminder that behind every great ship lies stories of remarkable individuals who shaped their destinies. This remarkable print from Heritage Images allows us to relish in the beauty and allure of maritime history while honoring those who sailed aboard this magnificent vessel.
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