Clydebank Collection

Singer Sewing Machines - factory in Clydebank, Scotland. 1932

The Launch of R. M. S. Queen Mary, Clydebank, September 1934
Photograph of the launch of the R.M.S. Queen Mary, viewed from the slipway she had just left, 26th September 1934. The Cunard White Star Liner then spent the next year-and-a-half in Clydebank

HMS Duke of York firing a broadside; Second World War
Photograph showing the Royal Navy battleship HMS Duke of York firing her 14-inch guns, whilst heavy seas break over her bows, sometime during the Second World War

R. M. S. Queen Mary leaving Clydebank, March 1936
Photograph of the R.M.S. Queen Mary leaving John Browns shipyard, Clydebank, for Greenock on 24th March 1936. Several of the seven tugs involved in manoevering the Queen Mary down the Clyde are

R. M. S. Queen Mary under construction, 1934
Photograph of Queen Mary, then known as 534, under construction at John Browns shipyard, Clydebank. Work on the massive liner had been halted between 1931 and 1934 due to lack of funds

Glasgow City, 2010
Glasgow, Glasgow, LANARKSHIRE, SCOTLAND facing West. NCAP: RCAHMS Aerial Survey - 12/02/2010

The Launch of R. M. S. Queen Mary, Clydebank, September 1934
Photograph of the launch of R.M.S. Queen Mary from John Browns shipyard, Clydebank, 26th September 1934. The ship is seen under the control of a number of tugs

R. M. S. Queen Mary under construction, Clydebank, September
Photograph of the Cunard White Star Liner, R.M.S. Queen Mary, under construction at the John Brown shipyard, Clydebank, September 1934

Glasgow Tram number 26 to Scotstoun via Bridgeton Cross
Glasgow Tram number 26 from Burnside to Scotstoun/Dalmuir via Bridgeton Cross - the stop at Springfield Road. The service was introduced on 15 August 1943. Date: circa 1944

A striking bow view of the giant Cunard liner, Queen Mary, at Clydebank, Glasgow, 1934
A striking bow view of the giant Cunard liner, Queen Mary, under construction at Clydebank, Glasgow, 1934. Queen Mary was the flagship of the Cunard Line from May 1936 until October 1946 when she was

Kilbowie Park Stadium - Clydebank FC
Kilbowie Park, also known as New Kilbowie Park, was a football stadium in Clydebank, Scotland. It was the home ground of Clydebank. New Kilbowie was built for Clydebank Juniors in 1939

Queen Mary leaving Clydebank
The Queen Mary leaving Clydebank on March 24 1936 Date: 1936

SS Orsova, 1909
Photograph of the Orient Steam Navigation Companys Australian Mail Liner SS Orsova at sea, 1909. Built in 1909 by John Brown and Co

The luxury steam yacht Nahlin at anchor. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The luxury steam yacht Nahlin at anchor. Nahlin is a luxury yacht and one of the last of three large steam yachts constructed in the UK

The launch of the Cunard White Star Liner - Queen Mary by HM The Queen at Clydebank, Septmeber 26th, 1934. Now permanently located at Long Beach, California, United States. Date: 1934

Propellor of R. M. S. Queen Mary, September 1934
Photograph of one of the propellors of R.M.S. Queen Mary, then nearing completion in the John Brown Shipyard, Clydebank. The ship was christened and launched by Queen Mary on 26 September 1934

R. M. S. Queen Mary under construction, Clydebank, 1934
Photograph of Queen Mary, then known as 534, under construction at John Browns shipyard, Clydebank. Work on the massive liner had been halted between 1931 and 1934 due to lack of funds

West Dunbartonshire G81 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of West Dunbartonshire G81 1

Scotland, Glasgow, Clydebank, Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre aka SECC

QSS Lusitania - souvenir of launch, commemorative 18 carat gold handled scissors, with stainless steel blades, the crossover engraved with John Brown and Co

RMS Queen Mary ready for launch on River Clyde
RMS Queen Mary ready to slip into the canalised River Clyde Date: 1936

RMS Queen Mary bathed in floodlight before launch Date: 1936

Painting the name on RMS Queen Mary Date: 1930s

Launch of RMS Queen Mary, Clydebank
The elaborate launching of RMS Queen Mary at Clydebank functioned perfectly Date: 1936

RMS Queen Mary towering over Clydebank
The bow of RMS Queen Mary towering over Clydebank Date: 1930s

RMS Queen Mary, some of the shipbuilders in Glasgow
Some of the thousands of shipbuilders in Glasgow, making RMS Queen Mary ready for the sea Date: 1930s

King Edward VIII visiting RMS Queen Mary at Glasgow Date: 1936

HMS Hornet, Acheron-class Destroyer
Royal Navy - HMS Hornet, an Acheron-class Destroyer that served during the First World War and was sold for breaking in 1921. She was the seventh Royal Navy ship to be named Hornet

HMS Vulture - a Clydebank three funnel - 30 knot destroyer
Royal Navy - HMS Vulture, a Clydebank three funnel - 30 knot destroyer ordered under the 1895 - 1896 Naval Estimates. She was the fifth ship to carry this name since it was introduced in 1776 for a

September 1934 - Queen Mary ocean liner Clydebank, Scotland
September 1934 - Queen Mary ocean liner in the shipyard of John Brown on Clydebank, Scotland

RMS Queen Elizabeth (b / w photo)
STC255168 RMS Queen Elizabeth (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

The Shah of Persia in England (engraving)
1046480 The Shah of Persia in England (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Shah of Persia in England)

The Queen Elizabeth II gathers speed as the stern enters the water after the launching ceremony at John Browns yard, Clydebank, Scotland. Queen Elizabeth II launched the QE2. 20th September 1967

The launching is compete of the Queen Elizabeth II, it makes a splash as the bows enter the water after the launching ceremony by Queen Elizabeth II, John Browns yard, Clydebank, Scotland

Queen Elizabeth II launching the Cunard Cruise Liner, The QE2 in the Clyde. Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire, 20th September 1967

West Dunbartonshire G81 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of West Dunbartonshire G81 4

WW2 - Nairana-class Escort Carrier - HMS Nairana. She was built at John Brown & Company shipyards in Clydebank, Scotland. When construction started in 1941 she was intended as a merchant ship

Workers leaving... after construction of Cunarder 534 was suspended, December 1931, (1935)
Workers leaving the shipyards after construction of Cunarder 534 was suspended, Clydebank, Scotland, December 1931, (1935)

Launch of the Empress of Britain, Glasgow, 11 June 1930, (1935). Creator: Unknown
Launch of the Empress of Britain, Glasgow, Scotland, 11 June 1930, (1935). The new Canadian Pacific Liner, Empress of Britain, which was launched at Glasgow by the Prince of Wales

Fitting-Out Basin of John Brown and Companys shipbuilding yard at Clydebank, 1937
In the Fitting-Out Basin of John Brown and Companys shipbuilding yard at Clydebank, 1937. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. II, edited by Clarence Winchester. [The Fleetway House, London]

Seen from a crane, the River Clyde has appearance of a long narrow dock basin, 1937
Seen from a Mammoth crane, the River Clyde has the appearance of a long narrow dock basin, 1937. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. II, edited by Clarence Winchester

Launching of giant new British liner the RMS Queen Mary, September 26, 1934, (1936) Artist
An Historic Event. The launching of the giant new British liner the R.M.S. Queen Mary on September 26, 1934, at John Brown and Co.s shipyard on the Clyde, 1936

Long As A Street, Lofty As A Tower, 1930-1934, (1936)
Long As A Street, Lofty As A Tower, . From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester. [The Amalgamated Press Ltd. London]

The Massive Hull, partly placed, 1930-1934, (1936). From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester. [The Amalgamated Press Ltd. London]

More than 1, 000 Feet Long. Shell of Queen Mary in early days of construction, 1930-1934, (1936)
More than 1, 000 Feet Long. The shell of the Queen Mary in the early days of her construction, 1930-1934, (1936). From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester

Visiting the Liner Queen Mary, 1937
Visiting the Liner Queen Mary, Clydebank, March, 1936 (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Launch of the Cunard ocean liner `Queen Mary`, 1934 (1935). The British giant liner, Cunarder No. 534, was launched on September 26th by Her Majesty, who christened the boat Queen Mary, 1909

The Lounge, c1930, (1935). The lounge on board the Canadian Pacific Liner Empress of Britain, launched by Edward Prince of Wales (1894-1972) at Clydebank, 11th June 1930

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Clydebank: A Historic Hub of Innovation and Majesty From the humming Singer Sewing Machines factory to the thunderous broadside fired by HMS Duke of York during World War II, it has witnessed moments that have shaped history. This Scottish town's legacy is etched in its connection to iconic events and structures. One such moment was the grand launch of R. M. S. Queen Mary in September 1934, a spectacle that left spectators awestruck as this majestic vessel glided into the River Clyde. The pride of Clydebank, Queen Mary would later leave these shores in March 1936, embarking on a journey that would captivate hearts worldwide. The construction phase itself was a marvel to behold - an intricate dance of steel and craftsmanship. In 1934, as workers diligently pieced together each section, the partially built Queen Mary stood tall against the skyline, promising unparalleled luxury and elegance for those fortunate enough to sail aboard her. But Clydebank's significance extends beyond maritime achievements. In more recent times, Glasgow City proudly showcased its vibrant spirit within Clydebank's borders. Its bustling streets welcomed Glaswegians from all walks of life who reveled in its energy and charm throughout 2010. Transportation played a vital role too; Glasgow Tram number 26 ferried passengers from Bridgeton Cross to Scotstoun via Clydebank with efficiency and convenience—a lifeline connecting communities across this dynamic region. As we delve deeper into history's archives, we find ourselves gazing upon striking images like that bow view capturing the sheer size and magnificence of Queen Mary at her birthplace—Clydebank—in 1934. It serves as a reminder not only of human ingenuity but also our ability to create wonders that stand tall against time itself. And let us not forget Nahlin—the luxurious steam yacht anchored off these very shores—an embodiment of opulence crafted by Kirk & Sons of Cowes.