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2nd class saloon, RMS Olympic BL24990_022
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2nd class saloon, RMS Olympic BL24990_022
The 2nd class saloon, RMS Olympic, White Star Line, 1920-21. The Olympic was sister ship to the ill-fated Titanic and Britannic. This Bedford Lemere and Company photograph was commissioned by the White Star Line, which was also known as the Oceanic Steam Navigation Company, and was probably taken at Southampton docks
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This print captures a glimpse into the opulent world of the 2nd class saloon aboard the RMS Olympic, sister ship to the infamous Titanic and Britannic. Taken by Bedford Lemere and Company in 1920-21, this photograph was commissioned by the White Star Line, also known as the Oceanic Steam Navigation Company. The image transports us back in time to Southampton docks, where this magnificent liner once stood proudly. The attention to detail is remarkable - from the elegant furnishings to the intricate woodwork adorning every corner of this luxurious space. Passengers fortunate enough to travel in second class would have enjoyed a level of comfort that rivaled many first-class accommodations on other ships. As we examine this photograph closely, we can almost hear echoes of lively conversations and laughter that once filled these walls. It serves as a poignant reminder of an era when ocean liners were not just modes of transportation but floating palaces designed for both leisure and adventure. Historic England Archive has preserved this snapshot from maritime history for future generations to appreciate. It allows us to reflect on an age when grandeur met tragedy at sea, reminding us how even majestic vessels like RMS Olympic could not escape their fates. This print is more than just a visual record; it's a portal into an extraordinary chapter in maritime history that continues to captivate our imagination today.
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