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RMS Titanic - letter to James Moody's sister
RMS Titanic - highly significant and historically important letter to Sixth Officer James Moody's sister. Dated 7 May 1912, its explosive contents deliver news from the White Star Line steamship department that White Star are prepared to transport Officer Moody's body back to England if a sum of £20 is telegraphed to White Star's New York office to cover the cost of bringing Officer Moody home. The importance of this letter cannot be overstated as it was unknown to this point that the White Star Line would charge the family of one of the officers on board the ill-fated liner for the return of their loved one. The irony of this letter is that Officer Moody's body was never recovered, which further illustrates the callous nature of the letter. Date: 1912
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This highly significant and historically important letter to Sixth Officer James Moody's sister, dated 7 May 1912, sheds light on the callous nature of the White Star Line in the aftermath of the RMS Titanic tragedy. The explosive contents reveal that White Star was willing to transport Officer Moody's body back to England, but only if his family could telegraph £20 to cover the cost.
The irony lies in the fact that Officer Moody's body was never recovered, making this letter a poignant reminder of the human cost of one of history's greatest maritime disasters. It is a stark illustration of how even in times of great loss and grief, financial considerations can still take precedence.
This unique piece offers a glimpse into a dark chapter in transportation history, where lives were lost and families left grieving. It serves as a game-changing artifact that challenges our perception of luxury ocean liners like the RMS Titanic and highlights the harsh realities faced by those affected by its tragic sinking.
Acquire this piece from Henry Aldridge & Son Ltd. for an opportunity to own a piece of history that captures both the heartbreak and indifference surrounding one family's search for closure amidst unimaginable loss.
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