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"Unveiling the Untold Stories: The Bookpost Legacy of White Star Line's Titanic and Olympic" Step back in time as we delve into the captivating world of bookpost, a forgotten art that once thrived aboard the magnificent vessels of White Star Line. From RMS Titanic to RMS Olympic, these postcards served as windows into an era long gone. Imagine receiving a postcard from a loved one sailing on the iconic RMS Titanic, proudly bearing the emblem of White Star Line. A Harland and Wolff employee carefully inscribed their message before it embarked on its journey across oceans. This framed relic now stands as a testament to history's most tragic maritime disaster. But it wasn't just Titanic that carried these literary treasures; her sister ship, RMS Olympic, also played host to six bookpost postcards. Passengers eagerly penned their thoughts while traversing vast seas, capturing moments forever etched in time. One such moment was captured on a postcard at Belfast - where both ships were constructed side by side. The bustling shipyard acted as a backdrop for this snapshot of anticipation and dreams set sail upon those mighty vessels. Inevitably, tragedy struck with the sinking of RMS Titanic. Yet even amidst despair, bookpost continued to tell stories beyond imagination. A poignant post-disaster postcard emerged from the depths, reminding us all of humanity's resilience in times of adversity. The legacy lives on through another Harland and Wolff employee who preserved memories within each bookpost postcard sent from both Olympic and Titanic – tales waiting patiently to be discovered by avid historians or curious souls seeking connection with our past. Two more precious relics surfaced recently – two enchanting postcards showcasing not only White Star Line's grandeur but also offering glimpses into life aboard both Olympic and Titanic during their voyages across treacherous waters. Unlocking secrets hidden within these vintage treasures allows us to embark on an extraordinary journey through time.