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Mounted Print : RMS Aquitania EAW022293
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RMS Aquitania EAW022293
RMS Aquitania at the New Docks (Western Docks), Southampton. Photographed by Aerofilms Ltd in April 1949. Aquitania was scrapped in 1950
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Media ID 13290123
© Historic England Archive
14"x12" Mount with 12"x10" Print
Step back in time with our stunning mounted photo from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the iconic RMS Aquitania as it graced the New Docks in Southampton in April 1949, captured beautifully by Aerofilms Ltd for Historic England Archive. Witness the grandeur of this historic ocean liner, which was later scrapped in 1950. Bring this piece of maritime history into your home or office with our high-quality mounted print. A perfect addition to any nautical or historical decor.
Printed on 12"x10" paper and suitable for use in a 14"x12" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.5cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 30.5cm (14" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative aerial photograph captures the majestic RMS Aquitania at the New Docks, also known as the Western Docks, in Southampton, England, in April 1949. The RMS Aquitania, a historic ocean liner, is shown gracefully anchored in the harbor, its hull reflecting the shimmering waters of the Solent. Built in 1899, the Aquitania was once a symbol of luxury and elegance, having set numerous records for transatlantic crossings and carrying thousands of passengers on voyages between Europe and North America. The image offers a unique perspective of the ship's grandeur, with its distinctive funnels and elegant lines visible from above. Surrounding the Aquitania, the sprawling New Docks are bustling with activity, as other vessels and cargo are loaded and unloaded. The photograph also reveals the intricate network of cranes, roads, and railways that facilitated the efficient operation of the dockyard. Sadly, the RMS Aquitania's days as a luxury liner were numbered. The post-war era brought about a decline in transatlantic travel, and the ship was eventually scrapped in 1950. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when ocean liners like the RMS Aquitania ruled the waves and brought the world closer together. This photograph is part of the Historic England Archive, which preserves and protects England's rich heritage. The image is courtesy of Aerofilms Ltd, who captured this moment in time with their aerial photography expertise. The photograph's copyright is owned by Historic England.
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