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SS Orion in front of the Rock of Gibraltar
SS Orion, later to become The Cruise Ship Oriana, owned by The Orient Line at Gibraltar. Date: 1936
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Cruise Gibraltar Orient Orion 1936 Liner Oriana
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, the elegant SS Orion, a proud vessel of The Orient Line, stands proudly in front of the iconic Rock of Gibraltar. The image captures a moment in time during the 1930s, as the SS Orion, later to be known as The Cruise Ship Oriana, graced the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The SS Orion, launched in 1935, was a testament to the grandeur and sophistication of ocean travel during the era. With her distinctive red hull and elegant lines, she was a sight to behold as she sailed the seas. In this photograph, her tall funnel and gleaming smokestacks cast long shadows on the calm waters of Gibraltar's Bay. Gibraltar, a British Overseas Territory located at the southern tip of Spain, has long been a popular stop for ocean liners and cruise ships. The Rock of Gibraltar, a limestone ridge that juts out into the Mediterranean Sea, has been a symbol of strength and endurance for centuries. The image of the SS Orion in front of this iconic landmark adds to the ship's allure and mystique. The 1930s were a golden age for ocean travel, and the SS Orion was a shining example of the elegance and luxury that could be found on board these magnificent vessels. The photograph captures a moment in time when the world was still enamored with the romance and adventure of ocean travel. Today, it serves as a reminder of a bygone era, when the SS Orion and other ocean liners like her ruled the waves and carried travelers to far-off lands. This photograph is a valuable historical record of a time when ocean travel was a truly special experience, and the SS Orion, with its proud stance in front of the Rock of Gibraltar, is a testament to the enduring allure of the sea.
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