Cunard Collection (#11)

The huge anchor chains of The Cunard White Star ocean liner Queen Mary. Each link weighs about a hundredweight. 3rd December 1935

Commodore William E Warwick CBE RD RNR who was the first Master of the QE2 before he retired in 1972. Pictured at the wheel of the Woodchurch ferry boat, circa January 1967

Champagne flows as Mrs Philip E Bates launches the Scythia, Liverpool, 25th August 1964

The Queen Elizabeth II gathers speed as the stern enters the water after the launching ceremony at John Browns yard, Clydebank, Scotland. Queen Elizabeth II launched the QE2. 20th September 1967

Queen Elizabeth 2, ocean liner, built for the Cunard Line which was operated by Cunard as both a transatlantic liner and a cruise ship from 1969 to 2008

The RMS Mauretania brought up the Thames to King George V Dock at Woolwich. She is the biggest ship to ever come up the Thames to unload her cargo. 6th August 1939

The launching is compete of the Queen Elizabeth II, it makes a splash as the bows enter the water after the launching ceremony by Queen Elizabeth II, John Browns yard, Clydebank, Scotland

The Scene in the Sandon Basin, Liverpool today as the Andania, the first of two new fast cargo liners for the Cunard Lines North Atlantic services

The maiden voyage of the Queen Mary. 27th May 1936

Shipyard director George Parker rose to the occasion when the new liner Queen Elizabeth II seemed reluctant to be launched

The Cunard liner Queen Elizabeth II, 17th July 1974

Workmen leaving the Cunard Liner The Queen Elizabeth, 30th January 1953

The rudder of the QE2 is held in position with winches and wooden blocks to await the fitting of a five ton pin. John Browns shipyard, Clydebank, Scotland. 15th May 1967

RMS Mauretania (1938), built for the newly formed Cunard White Star company following the merger in April 1934 of the Cunard and White Star lines. Pictured

Queen Elizabeth 2, ocean liner, built for the Cunard Line which was operated by Cunard as both a transatlantic liner and a cruise ship from 1969 to 2008. Pictured

The Pier Head, a riverside location in the city centre of Liverpool, Merseyside, England. It is part of the Liverpool Maritime Mercantile City UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Andania ship, Circa 1962

RMS Queen Mary, ocean liner that sailed primarily in the North Atlantic Ocean from 1936 to 1967 for the Cunard Line, known as Cunard-White Star when the vessel entered service

Captain John Treasure Jones aboard the Queen Mary, during the Cunard White Star liners last Atlantic run. 27th September 1967

The Cunard White Star liner Queen Mary after her record run. 20th August 1966

Queen Elizabeth II launching the Cunard Cruise Liner, The QE2 in the Clyde. Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire, 20th September 1967

The Cunard liner Mauretania II on arrival at Southampton. 10th May 1960

The Cunard White Star liner Queen Mary sails for the last time. People lined the quay side to see her off. 31st October 1967

The Cunard White Star liner Queen Marys last Atlantic run. 27th September 1967

The liner QE2 departs from Southampton to take British soldiers off to war in the Falkland Islands. After saying goodbye to tearful family members the soldiers boarded the ship. May 1982 82-2582-013

The liner QE2 departs from Southampton to take British soldiers off to war in the Falkland Islands. After saying goodbye to tearful family members the soldiers boarded the ship. May 1982 82-2582-016

RMS Berengaria, 1932. Creator: Unknown
RMS Berengaria, 1932. Originally a German ocean liner named SS Imperator and launched in 1912, Berengaria served as a troopship during the First World War

City of Manchester steamer
The City of Manchester screw steamer, launched on Saturday 14th June 1851 from the Kelvin Dock, Glasgow. A Cunard ship, it was due to sail between Liverpool and Philadelphia. Date: 1851

Secret name revealed, the Queen Mary
Queen Mary and King George V in a glass covered royal box on the lauching platform. Queen Mary over a microphone revealing the name of the long-kepted secret pronouncing the words

1952 Ford Zephyr towing Winchester Pipit caravan Queen Elizabeth in B / g Creator: Unknown
1952 Ford Zephyr towing Winchester Pipit caravan Queen Elizabeth in B/g

A Cunard occean liner enters the North River, New York City, USA, c1900. Creator: Unknown
A Cunard occean liner enters the North River, New York City, USA, c1900. Passenger ship passing the Statue of Liberty the end of a transatlantic voyage. Postcard

Cunard Line, In Mid-Atlantic, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Cunard Line, In Mid-Atlantic, c1900. The RMS Campania ocean liner had her maiden voyage in 1893, from Liverpool to New York

Cunard Line, Landing Stage, Liverpool, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Cunard Line, Landing Stage, Liverpool, c1900. A Cunard ocean liner pulls away from the quay at Liverpool to start her transatlantic voyage. Postcard

Workers leaving... after construction of Cunarder 534 was suspended, December 1931, (1935)
Workers leaving the shipyards after construction of Cunarder 534 was suspended, Clydebank, Scotland, December 1931, (1935)

Cunard Line - In Upper New York Bay, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Cunard Line - In Upper New York Bay, c1900. Passenger liner passing the Statue of Liberty on the way to New York Harbour. Postcard

Cunard Line - Fastest Steamers in the World, c1910s. Creator: Unknown
Cunard Line - Fastest Steamers in the World, c1910s. RMS Mauretania was built for the Cunard Line by Swan, Hunter & Wigham Richardson at Wallsend on the Tyne in England

Cunard Line - Picking Up the New York Pilot, c1904. Creator: Unknown
Cunard Line - Picking Up the New York Pilot, c1904. The pilot would guide big liners up narrow navigation channels and into harbour

RMS Aquitania, c1930. Creator: Unknown
RMS Aquitania, c1930. The Aquitania was built by John Brown and Company on the Clyde in Scotland for the Cunard Line. Launched in 1914

R. M. S. Mauretania. (Cunard Line), c1930s. Creator: Unknown
R.M.S. Mauretania. (Cunard Line), c1930s. The Mauretania was built for the Cunard Line by Swan, Hunter & Wigham Richardson at Wallsend on the Tyne in England

The Berengaria (Cunard Line), 52, 700 Tons, c1930. Creator: Unknown
The " Berengaria" (Cunard Line), 52, 700 Tons, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne, ]

The Majestic (56, 551 Tons) Shown in Section, c1930. Creator: Unknown
The Majestic (56, 551 Tons) Shown in Section, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne, ]

The White Star Liner Majestic, . Creator: Unknown
The White Star Liner " Majestic, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne, ]

The Main Engine Control Platform of the Aquitania. c1930. Creator: Unknown
The Main Engine Control Platform of the " Aquitania". c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne, ]

First Class Smoking-Room in the Cunard Liner Franconia, . Creator: Unknown
First Class Smoking-Room in the Cunard Liner " Franconia", . From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne, ]

The Olympic (White Star Line) At Sea, c1930. Creator: Unknown
The " Olympic" (White Star Line) At Sea, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne, ]

Swimming Pool, Berengaria, . Creator: Unknown
Swimming Pool, " Berengaria", . From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne, ]

Palm Court and Lounge in the Majestic, c1930. Creator: Unknown
Palm Court and Lounge in the Majestic, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne, ]

Boat Drill Aboard the Aquitania. c1930. Creator: Unknown
Boat Drill Aboard the " Aquitania". c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne, ]

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Step aboard the majestic world of Cunard, where history and luxury converge. From the iconic Queen Mary to the opulent Cunard cruise ships that grace our seas today, this renowned line has left an indelible mark on maritime travel. In 1903, RMS Carpathia set sail under the Cunard flag, embarking on a journey that would forever change its destiny. This vessel became synonymous with heroism as it rescued survivors from the ill-fated Titanic in 1912. The grandeur continued with THE QE2, a floating palace that epitomized elegance and sophistication. Its presence commanded attention wherever it docked, captivating hearts around the globe. Cunard Line posters adorned walls worldwide, showcasing these magnificent vessels against breathtaking backdrops. They beckoned travelers to embark on unforgettable adventures across oceans and continents. A painting of the Lusitania serves as a poignant reminder of both triumphs and tragedies experienced by Cunard throughout its storied past. It stands as a testament to resilience in times of adversity. As part of the prestigious Cunard White Star liner fleet, Lancastria Steamship embodied excellence in every aspect. Its impeccable service standards set new benchmarks for luxury travel during its time. RMS Mauretania reigned supreme as one of Cunard's most celebrated ships – a true marvel of engineering prowess and aesthetic beauty. It captured imaginations with its speed and splendor on transatlantic crossings. Witnessing The Launch of R. M. S Queen Mary at Clydebank in September 1934 was an awe-inspiring moment etched into history books forever. This monumental event marked another milestone for Cunard's legacy. Through it all, each voyage encapsulated dreams realized and memories made – tales woven into fabric only found within those who have sailed under the banner Line. So step aboard this timeless journey where tradition meets innovation; where the spirit of adventure thrives amidst luxurious surroundings.