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La Bourgogne
July 1898: The French transatlantic liner La Bourgogne which sank on the 4th of July 1898 after a collision with the British liner Cromartyshire resulting in the loss of 500 lives. (Photo by Illustrated London News/Getty Images)
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Illustrated London News
Media ID 24100465
Chimney Format Landscape Liner Ship Smoke Vessel Water Transport
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La Bourgogne - A Tragic Tale of Loss and Devastation
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. This haunting print captures the ill-fated French transatlantic liner, La Bourgogne, in all its grandeur. Taken in July 1898 by Illustrated London News/Getty Images, this image serves as a poignant reminder of one of the deadliest maritime disasters of its time. On that fateful day, the elegant vessel met its tragic end after colliding with the British liner Cromartyshire. The impact resulted in an unimaginable loss of 500 lives, leaving behind a trail of grief and sorrow for families across nations. The photograph showcases La Bourgogne's majestic presence on the open seas. Its towering chimney billows smoke into the sky as it glides through calm waters. The ship's sleek silhouette stands out against a backdrop painted with shades of white and blue. While this image portrays beauty and grace, it also carries an air of melancholy. It serves as a somber reminder that even amidst opulence and luxury, tragedy can strike without warning. As we gaze upon this historic artifact from Fine Art Storehouse, let us remember those who perished aboard La Bourgogne - their dreams forever lost to the depths below. May their memory serve as a testament to both human resilience and our unwavering respect for the power and unpredictability of nature's forces at sea.
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