Tugboats Collection

SS United States - United States Line - Transatlantic liner - prior to construction and maiden voyage. Date: 1949

New York City Harbor
New York, New York: c. 1975 A Moran tugboat trails a cruise ship up the Hudson River towards the World Trade Center twin towers in New York City

Canada, British Columbia, North Vancouver, Port of Vancouver, city view of Vancouver with tugboat, and Sea Bus ferry, dusk

Dieppe, c. 1894 (oil on canvas)
658614 Dieppe, c.1894 (oil on canvas) by Thaulow, Fritz (1847-1906); 64.7x92.4 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Norwegian, out of copyright

Torpedoed liner assisted into port (colour litho)
3622161 Torpedoed liner assisted into port (colour litho) by Lacy, Charles John de (c.1860-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Torpedoed liner assisted into port)

A first attempt in 1850 by John Watkins Bretts Anglo-French Telegraph Company to lay
2619098 A first attempt in 1850 by John Watkins Bretts Anglo-French Telegraph Company to lay the first line under the English Channel, from Dover to Calais

The Great Eastern, Isambard Kingdom Brunels steamship (colour litho)
5233486 The Great Eastern, Isambard Kingdom Brunels steamship (colour litho) by Brandard, John (1812-63) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Eastern)

The city and ocean port of Haifa, Israel, as viewed from Mount Carmel
Israel, Haifa, The city and ocean port as viewed from Mount Carmel

Steam Tug on the Manchester ship canal; England

Sailing ship leaving the River Tyne towed by a tug and guided by pilot boat, 1950; Tyne and Wear, England

Tug on river with sailing ships

St Pauls Cathedral from the Bankside, London Date: 1918

Toledo, Ohio, USA - Ore Boat on Maumee Bay. Lake freighters, or Lakers, are bulk carrier vessels that ply the Great Lakes. Date: 1925

East River Above Brooklyn Bridge, New York
East River Above Brooklyn Bridge. The East River taken north of the Brooklyn Bridge, looking southwest. In the foreground is the tugboat W. Goodwin of New York Date: 1898

White Star S. S. Olympic guided in by tugboats Geo. K. Kirkham and Dowmer, Olympic
White Star S.S. Olympic guided in by tugboats Geo. K. Kirkham and Dowmer, Olympic (Steamship), Ocean liners, Tugboats, 1911

Tugboat with barge carrying cannon, Tugboats, Barges, Cannons, Rivers, 1880

Part of the excursion fleet, Grand Republic (Side wheeler), Americas Cup races, Side wheelers, Regattas, Tugboats, 1899

Picture No. 11067521
Boats. Albert Docks, Liverpool, UK. Date:

Picture No. 11067520
Boats. Albert Docks, Liverpool, UK. Date:

Picture No. 11067519
Boats. Albert Docks, Liverpool, UK. Date:

Picture No. 11067518
Tugboat. Albert Docks, Liverpool, UK. Date:

Picture No. 11067517
Tugboat. Albert Docks, Liverpool, UK. Date:

Assister offshore tug and supply ship entering port through Piel Channel, past Roa Island and RNLI lifeboat station, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, England, July

Oil Tanker and tugs. Photographed off Le Havre, France

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"Tugboats: Guiding Giants and Navigating History" From the bustling New York City Harbor to the serene Port of Vancouver in British Columbia, they have been an integral part of maritime history. These sturdy vessels have played a crucial role in assisting massive ships like the SS United States, a renowned Transatlantic liner operated by the United States Line. In picturesque Vancouver, tugboats gracefully maneuver through the waters, offering breathtaking city views as they guide ships into port. Their strength and expertise are reminiscent of historic moments captured on canvas, such as Dieppe's c. 1894 painting depicting a vibrant harbor scene or the colorful lithograph showcasing torpedoed liners being skillfully assisted into safety. Tugboats' significance stretches beyond North America; their influence can be traced back to John Watkins Brett's Anglo-French Telegraph Company's first attempt in 1850 to lay telegraph cables across oceans. The Great Eastern steamship designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel further exemplified their power and versatility. Even far away from transatlantic routes lies Haifa, Israel - a city with a thriving ocean port that offers stunning vistas when viewed from Mount Carmel. Closer to home is London's St Pauls Cathedral seen from Bankside or Toledo's Ore Boat majestically sailing on Maumee Bay in Ohio. Whether it is navigating through East River above Brooklyn Bridge or guiding vessels along Manchester Ship Canal in England, tugboats continue to play an essential role in ensuring safe passage for ships large and small. These hardworking vessels embody resilience and dedication as they assist colossal liners while maintaining harmony between land and sea. Tugboats remain timeless symbols of maritime heritage worldwide – guardians of our oceans' vast treasures.