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Rms Lusitania Cunard Line Ocean Liner, Later Torpedoed And Sunk By A German Submarine In 1915. From The Story Of Seventy Momentous Years, Published By Odhams Press 1937
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Rms Lusitania Cunard Line Ocean Liner, Later Torpedoed And Sunk By A German Submarine In 1915. From The Story Of Seventy Momentous Years, Published By Odhams Press 1937
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Cunard German Line Liner Luxury Passenger Ship Submarine Sunk Transportation Lusitania Torpedoed
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This print captures the grandeur and tragic fate of the RMS Lusitania, a Cunard Line ocean liner that met its untimely demise in 1915. Published in "The Story of Seventy Momentous Years" by Odhams Press in 1937, this illustration transports us back to an era of luxury and opulence on the high seas. The image showcases the majestic silhouette of the RMS Lusitania, proudly sailing through calm waters. Its elegant design and sheer size symbolize a golden age of travel when ocean liners were considered floating palaces. Passengers aboard this magnificent vessel would have enjoyed lavish amenities and unrivaled comfort during their transatlantic journey. However, beneath this idyllic facade lies a haunting reminder of history's darkest moments. The caption reminds us that this very ship was torpedoed and sunk by a German submarine in 1915 during World War I. This tragic event claimed thousands of lives, leaving an indelible mark on maritime history. Ken Welsh's expertly captured print allows us to reflect upon both the beauty and fragility of human endeavors. It serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst splendor, tragedy can strike unexpectedly.
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