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Workmen are now labouring day and night to repair the liner Aquitania in the new
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Workmen are now labouring day and night to repair the liner Aquitania in the new
Workmen are now labouring day and night to repair the liner Aquitania in the new graving dock at Southampton - when the liner was taken into the dock for overhaul it was discovered that the bilge keel weighing nearly two tons and of solid steel had been ripped away by the force of the waves surging under the vessel as she battled her way through the recent Atlantic gales - photo shows night workers engaged on repairs to the liner Aquitania in the new graving dock at Southampton
14 January 1935
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In this print captured in Southampton on 14 January 1935, a team of dedicated workmen can be seen toiling tirelessly day and night to repair the majestic liner Aquitania. The vessel had recently undergone an overhaul when it was discovered that the powerful Atlantic gales had torn away its solid steel bilge keel, weighing nearly two tons. The image showcases the remarkable determination and resilience of these skilled workers as they labor under the cover of darkness to restore the ship's hull. Bathed in artificial light, their silhouettes are etched against the backdrop of the new graving dock at Southampton, creating a striking visual contrast. Between The Wars' lens has expertly frozen this moment in time, capturing not only a scene of intense repair but also highlighting an era defined by industrial progress and maritime prowess. This photograph offers us a glimpse into a world where human ingenuity triumphs over nature's relentless forces. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from the 1930s, let us appreciate both the craftsmanship required for such intricate repairs and marvel at how humanity has always strived to conquer challenges posed by our environment.
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