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RMS Lusitania - handwritten letter on printed stationery
RMS Lusitania - letter written on board the Lusitania by Stewardess Ann Roberts on the outward leg of the journey that would culminate in the loss of the Lusitania. Dated 23 April 1915 with the envelope postmarked 8 May 1915, written over three sides. Date: 1915
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This evocative and rare photograph print features a handwritten letter penned by Stewardess Ann Roberts aboard the RMS Lusitania during the outward leg of its ill-fated journey in 1915. The letter, written on three sides of the printed stationery, is dated April 23, 1915, and the envelope bearing the postmark May 8, 1915. The Lusitania, a luxury ocean liner, was the pride of the Cunard fleet during the early years of the 20th century. However, this letter was written during the ship's final voyage, which would culminate in its tragic loss on May 7, 1915, during World War I. Stewardess Roberts' heartrending note, written in pencil, reveals her pain and foreboding as she bore witness to the mounting tension and uncertainty surrounding the ship's voyage. She writes of her fear of the impending danger and her longing for the comforts of home. The letter serves as a poignant reminder of the human stories that unfolded aboard the Lusitania during this tumultuous time in history. The inclusion of the envelope, postmarked May 8, 1915, adds an additional layer of historical significance to this lot. The letter and photograph provide a unique glimpse into the daily life of a stewardess on a transatlantic liner during wartime and serve as a poignant reminder of the human stories that were played out against the backdrop of the Great War.
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