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White Star Line poster to promote the Titanics return trip from New York, 1912
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White Star Line poster to promote the Titanics return trip from New York, 1912
White Star Line poster to promote the Titanics return trip from New York, 1912. A poster prepared by the White Star Lines New York office to promote the Titanics return trip from New York. The largest ship afloat at the time, the Titanic sank in the north Atlantic Ocean on April 15, 1912, after colliding with an iceberg during her maiden voyage from Southampton to New York City. RMS Titanic struck an iceberg in thick fog off Newfoundland on 14 April 1912. She was the largest and most luxurious ocean liner of her time, and thought to be unsinkable. In the collision five of her watertight compartments were compromised and she sank. Out of the 2228 people on board, only 705 survived. A major cause of the loss of life was the insufficient number of lifeboats she carried
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English Text Journey Liner Lower Case New York City New York State Ocean Liner Return Rms Titanic Shipping Industry Titanic Western Script White Star Line
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This print showcases a historic White Star Line poster, created in 1912 to promote the ill-fated Titanic's return trip from New York. The image transports us back to an era of opulence and grandeur, where the magnificent ocean liner reigned supreme as the largest ship afloat. Little did anyone know that tragedy would soon strike. The RMS Titanic, deemed unsinkable and adorned with luxurious interiors, embarked on its maiden voyage from Southampton to New York City. However, fate had other plans when it collided with an iceberg in the foggy waters off Newfoundland on April 14th. The collision compromised several watertight compartments, leading to the tragic sinking of this iconic vessel. With only 705 survivors out of the 2228 people aboard, this haunting image reminds us of both human resilience and devastating loss. The poster itself is a testament to early advertising techniques employed by White Star Lines' New York office – bold red lettering against a contrasting background draws attention while promising an unforgettable journey. As we gaze upon this relic from history, we are reminded of how fragile life can be and how even the most seemingly invincible creations can succumb to nature's forces. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring legacy left behind by RMS Titanic - forever etched into our collective memory as one of humanity's greatest maritime tragedies.
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