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RMS Mauretania (Launched 1938)
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RMS Mauretania (Launched 1938)
RMS Mauretania. A successor to RMS Mauretania of 1906. Launched 28th July, 1938 she saw only the briefest period of commercial operation before being requisitioned by the British Government for use as a troop ship during World War II. In 1947 she rejoined commercial service and sailed the transatlantic route during the summer months and the Caribbean during the winter. She was finally withdrawn from service and sold for scrap in 1965
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1938 Caribbean Commercial Launched Mauretania Requisitioned Route Sail Trans Atlantic Troop
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RMS Mauretania (1938): A Grand Voyage Through History In the annals of maritime history, few ships have left an indelible mark like the RMS Mauretania. Launched on the 28th of July, 1938, she was a testament to engineering prowess and luxury at sea. A successor to the legendary RMS Mauretania of 1906, this new vessel was designed to carry passengers across the Atlantic Ocean in record time. However, her brief stint in commercial service was cut short when war clouds gathered on the horizon. In 1939, the RMS Mauretania was requisitioned by the British Government for use as a troop ship during World War II. She braved the treacherous waters of the North Atlantic, transporting thousands of soldiers and supplies to the front lines. After the war, the RMS Mauretania returned to her original purpose. From 1947 to 1965, she sailed the transatlantic route during the summer months, offering her passengers a taste of luxury and comfort. During the winter months, she made her way to the Caribbean, providing much-needed respite for weary travelers. Despite her illustrious career, the RMS Mauretania's story did not end there. In 1965, she was withdrawn from service and sold for scrap. Yet, her legacy lived on. The RMS Mauretania remains a symbol of a bygone era, an era of elegance and adventure on the high seas. This photograph captures a glimpse of that history, a reminder of a time when travel by sea was an experience in and of itself.
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