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Autographs on card, Downshire House, London SW1
Autographs on a card with photo of Downshire House, Belgrave Square, London SW1, relating to an Anglo Irish Society family involved in the planning, design and building of Olympic class liners. Date: early 20th century
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Albums Alexander Andrews Anglo Archive Autographs Belgrave Carlisle Collected Downshire Ephemera Gustav Important Include Involved Liners Olympic Pirrie Planning Relating Shipping Signature Signatures Wolff
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This photograph print showcases a collection of autographs on a card, each bearing the distinctive signatures of influential figures involved in the planning, design, and building of Olympic class liners during the early 20th century. The card, adorned with an image of Downshire House in Belgrave Square, London SW1, serves as a testament to the Anglo-Irish Society's significant role in this historic era of transport and travel. Downshire House, a grand edifice located in the heart of London, was the residence of the Earls of Dunraven and Mount-Earl, who were prominent members of the Anglo-Irish Society. The Society, known for its influential members, played a pivotal role in the shipping industry during this period. Among the signatures collected on this card are those of Thomas Andrews, Harland and Wolff's chief naval architect, who oversaw the design and construction of the Titanic and other Olympic-class liners. Alexander Carlisle, the Harland and Wolff shipbuilder, and Gustav Wolff, the shipping magnate and founder of the White Star Line, are also represented. This intriguing ephemera provides a unique glimpse into the world of shipping and transportation during the early 20th century, offering a fascinating insight into the lives of the individuals who shaped the industry. The autographs on this card serve as a reminder of the importance of collaboration, innovation, and vision in shaping the world around us.
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