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RMS Lusitania, 1907-15 (b / w photo)
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RMS Lusitania, 1907-15 (b / w photo)
700918 RMS Lusitania, 1907-15 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cunard liner RMS Lusitania was torpedoed by a German U-boat in 1915 with the loss of 1198 lives. The action influenced the eventual decision of the United States to enter the war.); Peter Newark Pictures; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22706198
© Peter Newark Pictures / Bridgeman Images
1914 18 1st World War Cunard Funnel Funnels Liner Liners Rms Lusitania Shipping Steamer Steamers Transatlantic 1914 1918 Wwi Ww One First World War 1914 1918 Great War
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This print captures the majestic RMS Lusitania, a Cunard liner that sailed the seas from 1907 to 1915. The image, taken by an English photographer in the early 20th century, showcases the grandeur of this transatlantic steamer. Its towering funnel dominates the frame, symbolizing its power and speed. However, behind this impressive facade lies a tragic tale. In 1915, during World War I, this very ship met its untimely demise when it was torpedoed by a German U-boat. The devastating attack resulted in the loss of 1198 lives and had far-reaching consequences. The sinking of RMS Lusitania played a significant role in influencing the United States' decision to enter the war. It stirred public outrage and highlighted Germany's ruthless tactics at sea. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of those dark times and how they shaped history. Now part of a private collection but available for public viewing through Peter Newark Pictures, this image transports us back to an era defined by both elegance and tragedy. It encapsulates not only the beauty of maritime travel but also serves as a somber tribute to all those who lost their lives during one of humanity's most tumultuous periods – World War I.
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