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White Star Line, RMS Olympic - bookpost postcard
White Star Line, RMS Olympic - unique Hurst & Co bookpost postcard showing the Olympic prior to her maiden voyage in Belfast with handwritten notation with much love from Uncle Tommie 27 Mar 11'. Date: 1910
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Belfast Bookpost Handwritten Hurst Maiden Notation Olympic Prior Steamer Tommie Uncle Unique Voyage Liner
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This exquisite bookpost postcard, dated 1910, showcases the White Star Line's RMS Olympic prior to her maiden voyage. The image captures the grandeur and elegance of the ocean liner as she was being readied for her inaugural journey in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The RMS Olympic, a sister ship to the Titanic, was the largest and most luxurious vessel of its time, setting new standards for ocean travel. The postcard, published by Hurst & Co, bears a handwritten notation on the reverse side, adding a personal touch to this historical artifact. The message reads, "with much love from Uncle Tommie 27 Mar 11." The sender's affectionate greeting adds a human connection to the magnificent ship, making this postcard a cherished keepsake. The White Star Line's RMS Olympic was the epitome of transportation luxury during the 1910s. The ship's opulent design, featuring grand staircases, spacious cabins, and elegant dining rooms, attracted passengers from around the world. The postcard's unique design, coupled with the personal message, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when travel was an adventure and the ocean liner was the epitome of elegance and sophistication. This rare and fascinating postcard is a must-have for collectors of transportation history, maritime history, and postcard enthusiasts. It is an excellent addition to any collection, providing a tangible link to a bygone era of luxury travel and ocean liners.
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