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Monas Isle Steamer Launch, Birkenhead, Merseyside
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Monas Isle Steamer Launch, Birkenhead, Merseyside
Monas Isle, the Isle of Man Steam Packet Companys fifth postwar passenger steamer, was launched from Cammell Lairds yard at Birkenhead, Thursday 12th October 1950.
The ship was named and launched by Mrs A E Kitto, wife of a director of the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company
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Monas Isle Steamer Launch, Birkenhead, Merseyside - A Historic Moment in Maritime History
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. In this print captured on Thursday 12th October 1950, we witness a significant event in the world of shipping. The Monas Isle, the fifth postwar passenger steamer belonging to the esteemed Isle of Man Steam Packet Company, is being launched from Cammell Lairds yard at Birkenhead. The atmosphere is charged with excitement as Mrs A E Kitto, wife of a director of the company, proudly christens and releases this magnificent vessel into the waters. Her presence symbolizes both tradition and progress as she carries out her role in maritime history. This image transports us back to an era when pleasure steamers were at their peak popularity. The Monas Isle was not just a means of transport; it represented adventure and escape for countless passengers embarking on day trips across the sea. As we gaze upon this remarkable scene frozen in time, we can almost feel the anticipation that filled the air that day. The ship's sleek design hints at its speed and efficiency while also evoking a sense of elegance befitting its purpose. Let this print serve as a reminder of our enduring fascination with ships and their ability to connect people across vast bodies of water. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and our eternal desire for exploration beyond familiar shores.
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