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The new motor vessel City of Wellington, a 10, 000 ton cargo liner for the Ellerman Line
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The new motor vessel City of Wellington, a 10, 000 ton cargo liner for the Ellerman Line
The new motor vessel City of Wellington, a 10, 000 ton cargo liner for the Ellerman Line, swings in to the basin at the Cammell Laird shipyard in Birkenhead, Wirral after an informal launch from the North Yard.
31st January 1956
Neville Willasey
Liverpool Echo
Mirrorpix
Birkenhead
England
Media ID 21803509
© Mirrorpix
1956 Docks Quay Quayside Ships
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This photograph captures the grandeur of the new motor vessel City of Wellington, a magnificent 10,000-ton cargo liner for the renowned Ellerman Line. Taken in Birkenhead's Cammell Laird shipyard on January 31st, 1956, it showcases the ship gracefully swinging into the basin after an informal launch from the North Yard. The City of Wellington stands tall and proud against a backdrop of industrial prowess. Its sleek design and sheer size symbolize the power and innovation that defined shipping in the mid-20th century. This image transports us back to a time when maritime trade was at its peak, with bustling quaysides serving as gateways to global commerce. As we gaze upon this historic scene, we are reminded of how vital ships like these were for transporting goods across vast oceans. The industry relied on vessels such as this one to carry precious cargo – perhaps oil or other valuable resources – connecting nations and fueling economic growth. Neville Willasey's expertly captured moment freezes time within this print, allowing us to appreciate both the beauty and significance of these majestic machines. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our ability to conquer even nature's most formidable obstacles through engineering marvels like this cargo liner. Let this photo transport you back in time, evoking feelings of awe for an era when ships ruled the seas and played an integral role in shaping our world.
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