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Liverpool and Birkenhead Ferry-steamer Cheshire, October 1
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Liverpool and Birkenhead Ferry-steamer Cheshire, October 1
Engraving of the Liverpool and Birkenhead Ferry-Steamer, Cheshire, 31st October 1863. This paddle-steamer ferry was built for the Woodside Ferry Commissioners to a design that allowed up to 2000 passengers per journey. Unusually, the Cheshire was launched with her boilers already fired up and set off on a trial-trip down the Mersey straight away
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1863 2000 31st Allowed Birkenhead Boilers Commissioners Ferry Fired Journey Launched Liverpool Mersey Paddle Passengers Steamer Straight Trial Trip Unusually Woodside
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This engraving captures the historic moment of the Liverpool and Birkenhead Ferry-Steamer, Cheshire, on its trial trip down the Mersey on October 31st, 1863. Built for the Woodside Ferry Commissioners, this paddle-steamer was designed to accommodate up to 2000 passengers per journey. What makes this particular ferry unique is that it was launched with its boilers already fired up, setting off straight away for its maiden voyage.
The detailed engraving showcases the grandeur and importance of this vessel in Liverpool's maritime history. The Cheshire symbolizes a time when steamers were at the forefront of transportation and played a crucial role in connecting cities across bodies of water.
As we gaze upon this historical print, we are transported back to a bygone era where ferries like the Cheshire were not just modes of transportation but symbols of progress and innovation. The meticulous craftsmanship captured in this image serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of technology and engineering.
This print from Mary Evans Prints Online is not just a piece of art but a window into our past, reminding us of the significance these vessels held in shaping our world today.
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