White Star Collection (#2)

"White Star: A Legacy of Luxury and Adventure" Step aboard the magnificent ocean liner Queen Mary, a true marvel of its time

White Star Collection: US Greyhound armored vehicle, 1942

US Greyhound armored vehicle, 1942
Military Vehicles - United States of America, 20th century. M8 Greyhound armoured car, year 1942

White Star Collection: BRITANNIC, 1874. The first of White Star Lines three passenger ships named Britannic

BRITANNIC, 1874. The first of White Star Lines three passenger ships named Britannic, launched in 1874. Contemporary wood engraving

White Star Collection: COLLISION WITH ICEBERG. White Star Lines new flagship, the screw steamship Royal Standard

COLLISION WITH ICEBERG. White Star Lines new flagship, the screw steamship Royal Standard colliding with an iceberg in the South Atlantic, 4 April 1864, on the way from Melbourne, Australia

STEAMSHIP, 1891. The White Star steamship HMS Majestic. Line engraving, 1891

White Star Collection: STEAMSHIP: REPUBLIC. The steamship Republic of the White Star line sailing out of New York City

STEAMSHIP: REPUBLIC. The steamship Republic of the White Star line sailing out of New York City. Wood engraving, American, 1872

Altair planet. Computer artwork of the molten surface of a hypothetical planet orbiting the star Altair (Alpha Aquilae, lower right)

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"White Star: A Legacy of Luxury and Adventure" Step aboard the magnificent ocean liner Queen Mary, a true marvel of its time. Launched in 1934 by Cunard White Star, this majestic vessel set sail to conquer the seas with its grandeur and elegance. Captured beautifully in William McDowell's painting from that same year, the Queen Mary stands as a testament to human ingenuity. But White Star's influence extended beyond just one ship. The SS Caronia, another jewel in their fleet, carried passengers across vast oceans, creating unforgettable memories along the way. In August 1904, on the plains of Montana, Laton Alton Huffman immortalized a cowboy named Honeycut atop his trusty steed White Star - an image that embodies the spirit of adventure and freedom. For those dreaming of distant shores, posters advertising travel by the White Star Line beckoned with promises of unforgettable holidays in the United States and Canada. One such poster from around 1927 showcased vibrant colors inviting travelers to embark on an extraordinary journey. Even champagne bore witness to White Star's legacy. Moet & Chandon introduced Champagne White Star in 1899 through a captivating lithograph advertisement. This effervescent libation became synonymous with celebration and indulgence. The connection between luxury and craftsmanship continued at Harland and Wolffs Ship-Yard in Belfast where these magnificent vessels were brought to life through black-and-white photography capturing every rivet meticulously placed. However, not all tales were filled with joyous moments; tragedy struck when fate dealt a cruel blow to one big ocean liner associated with White Star - The Titanic. Lithographs depicting scenes outside Southampton's White Star offices serve as haunting reminders of lives lost at sea. Yet amidst both triumphs and tribulations stood other remarkable ships like The Morning Light Clipper Ship proudly announcing its departure from Liverpool for Melbourne and Auckland – showcasing how even sailing vessels held their place within the White Star legacy.