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Queen Mary Ocean Liner, down the river Clyde
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Queen Mary Ocean Liner, down the river Clyde
Queen Mary set out on its first voyage, from Clydebank John Browns shipyard where her interior was fitted out, down the river Clyde to Greenock Scotland, escorted by tugs to the sea. Described as " the most dangerous voyage" the Queen Mary was likely ever to have to make.
March 1936
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A Regal Splendor Sets Sail: The Epic Voyage of the Queen Mary Down the River Clyde, March 1936 In this evocative photograph, the majestic Queen Mary ocean liner gracefully glides down the River Clyde in Scotland, marking the beginning of her historic first voyage. The ship, a marvel of luxury and innovation, had been meticulously constructed at John Brown's shipyard in Clydebank. Its interior, a testament to opulence and comfort, was a sight to behold. As the Queen Mary prepared to embark on her journey to the sea, the anticipation was palpable. The voyage was described as "the most dangerous" the ship was ever likely to make. The 10-mile stretch of the River Clyde, from Clydebank to Greenock in Inverclyde, Scotland, was notorious for its treacherous waters and unpredictable weather. The Queen Mary, a steam-powered ocean liner, was a sight to behold. Her sleek silhouette, framed against the Scottish skyline, was a spectacle that drew the attention of onlookers. Birds in flight, seemingly unfazed by the grandeur of the ship, added a touch of natural beauty to the scene. The Queen Mary was a flagship of the Cunard Line, a company renowned for its luxury passenger cruises. This steamship, with its impressive size and innovative features, was a symbol of progress and the pinnacle of oceanic travel in the 1930s. As the Queen Mary sailed down the River Clyde, escorted by tugs, the excitement was palpable. The successful completion of this dangerous voyage marked the beginning of a new era in ocean travel, and the start of countless unforgettable journeys for thousands of passengers. This aerial view, captured by the Illustrated London News Ltd, offers a unique perspective of this historic moment in maritime history. The image, from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back to the 1930s, allowing us to relive the magic and wonder of the Queen Mary's maiden voyage.
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