Passenger Ship Collection (page 5)

Engine room of HMS Warrior. HMS Warrior was the name ship of her class of two armoured frigates built for the Royal Navy in 1859a'61

Cricket Match on Board Ship
Vintage engraving showing a Cricket Match on Board Ship, 1878

The Torpedoing of the Channel Steamer Sussex, First World War, March 1916, (c1920)....view of the vessel beached at Boulogne, showing how the bows were blown clean off by the explosion

Georges Landing-Stage, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Georges Landing-Stage, 1898. From " Our Own Country, Volume I.". [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, 1898]

The sinking of the Falaba, First World War, 28 March 1915, (c1920). Creator: Cecil King
The sinking of the Falaba, First World War, 28 March 1915, (c1920)....how the Elder-Dempster liner was torpedoed by the German submarine - with the loss of 111 lives - while the boats were being

The SS George Washington, c1910. Creator: Unknown
The SS George Washington, c1910. German passenger ship launched in 1908, named after the first US president George Washington (1732-1799)

Fisherman and sailors watching a Red Star ocean liner, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Fisherman and sailors watching a Red Star ocean liner, c1900. Old salts watch from the quay as a steam-powered transatlantic passenger ship leaves port

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

Sailing ship and Red Star ocean liner, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Sailing ship and Red Star ocean liner, c1900. Sailors on board a wind-powered vessel, with a steam-powered transatlantic passenger ship passing in the opposite direction

Red Star liner in dry dock for repair, c1905. Creator: Unknown
Red Star liner in dry dock for repair, c1905. Passenger ship of the Red Star Line undergoing regular hull cleaning or other repairs. Postcard

The SS Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse and Captain Otto Cuppers, c1905. Creator: Unknown
The SS Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse and Captain Otto Cuppers, c1905. Passenger liner of the North German Lloyd (Norddeutscher Lloyd) shipping line, 14, 349 tons, 627 feet long, 66 feet wide

The SS Kronprinzessin Cecilie, c1910. Creator: Unknown
The SS Kronprinzessin Cecilie, c1910. Passenger ship named after the German crown princess, Duchess Cecilie of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (1886-1954)

Red Star Line passenger ship and tender, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Red Star Line passenger ship and tender, c1900. A tender would take passengers to or from an ocean liner when it was not possible for the ship to dock. Postcard

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

The giant SS Kaiser Wilhelm II pulls away from the quayside at Bremerhaven, Germany, 1905. Passenger ship named after the German Emperor, Kaiser Wilhelm II

The Red Star Line, c1900. Creator: Unknown
The Red Star Line, c1900. Red Star Line passenger ships ran between Antwerp in Belgium, Dover in England and New York in the USA. Postcard

Passengers board the giant SS Kaiser Wilhelm II in Bremerhaven, 1905. Creator: Unknown
Passengers board the giant SS Kaiser Wilhelm II in Bremerhaven, Germany, 1905. Passenger ship named after the German Emperor, Kaiser Wilhelm II

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

Allan Line to Canada, R. M. S. Victorian, c1910. Creator: Unknown
Allan Line to Canada, R.M.S. Victorian, c1910. A mother and two daughters, one holding a toy sailing boat. RMS Victorian was an ocean liner of the Allan Line

White Star Line. Twin-Screw S. S. Doric. c1920s. Creator: Unknown
White Star Line. Twin-Screw S.S. " Doric.", c1920s. British ocean liner operated by the White Star Line, constructed by Harland and Wolff in Belfast and launched in 1922. Postcard

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

Motor Liner Carnarvon Castle, c1930. Creator: Harland and Wolff Ltd
Motor Liner " Carnarvon Castle", c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Engineering Wonders", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne]

The Mauretania in Dry Dock, c1930. Creator: H. Aslin
The " Mauretania" in Dry Dock, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Engineering Wonders", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne]

View of Starboard Side of the Majestic As She Entered the Floating Dry Dock, c1930
View of Starboard Side of the " Majestic" As She Entered the Floating Dry Dock, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Engineering Wonders", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co

The Majestic Entering Dry Dock Hauled by Tugs, c1930. Creator: Unknown
The " Majestic" Entering Dry Dock Hauled by Tugs, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Engineering Wonders", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne]

Lifitng a Majestic (56, 551 Tons) in the Floating Dock at Southampton, c1930
Lifitng a " Majestic" (56, 551 Tons) in the Floating Dock at Southampton, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Engineering Wonders", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co

Overhauling a Large Liner in a Graving Dock at Liverpool, c1930. Creator: Unknown
Overhauling a Large Liner in a Graving Dock at Liverpool, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Engineering Wonders", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne]

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, ]

An Impressive Array of Boats Aboard the Leviathan. c1930. Creator: Unknown
An Impressive Array of Boats Aboard the " Leviathan". c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne, ]

An Aerial Photograph of the Leviathan Being Towed By Small Tugs Into
An Aerial Photograph of the " Leviathan" Being Towed By Small Tugs Into Her Dock At New York, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co

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, ]

Model Showing The Laurentic As She Originally Lay, 120 Feet Below The Surface, c1930
Model Showing The " Laurentic" As She Originally Lay, 120 Feet Below The Surface, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co

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

The Leviathan at New York, c1930. Creator: Unknown
The " Leviathan" at New York, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne, ]

A Famous French Liner, The Paris (34, 569 Tons), c1930. Creator: Unknown
A Famous French Liner, The " Paris" (34, 569 Tons), 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, ]

At Work on the Stern of the Mauretania, in Dry Dock, c1930. Creator: Unknown
At Work on the Stern of the " Mauretania", in Dry Dock, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne, ]

Launch of the Orama (Orient Line), 20, 000 Tons, c1930. Creator: Unknown
Launch of the " Orama" (Orient Line), 20, 000 Tons, c1930. 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, ]

For Practice Only, c1930. Creator: Unknown
For Practice Only, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne, ]

A New Jersey Ferry-Boat Bringing Morning Business Crowds Into New York City From Their Homes Thirty Miles Away, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding

The Minnewaska (Atlantic Transport Line), (21, 998 tons), c1930. Creator: Unknown
The Minnewaska (Atlantic Transport Line), (21, 998 tons), 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, ]

The Lavishly Decorated Main Dining Saloon of the Leviathan. c1930
The Lavishly Decorated Main Dining Saloon of the " Leviathan". c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne, ]

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As the vibrant hues of the sunset painted the sky, a majestic passenger ship sailed gracefully on the tranquil waters. The silhouette of this Viking ship against the backdrop of nature's masterpiece created a mesmerizing sight that seemed straight out of a 3D graphics rendering. This captivating vessel carried with it stories and history, reminiscent of both triumphs and tragedies. From the haunting loss of HMS Birkenhead to the grandeur of QE2, each tale etched into its hull told a unique narrative. Stepping back in time, an Art Deco 1920s illustration showcased passengers enjoying their voyage aboard a luxurious cruise ship. Silkscreened onto paper, this vintage artwork captured an era when travel by sea was considered glamorous and elegant. Yet not all journeys were smooth sailing. A hole torn in the hull of RMS Olympic after colliding with HMS Hawke in 1911 served as a reminder that even these mighty vessels could face perilous encounters at sea. However, amidst such adversity, hope prevailed as rescue efforts using breeches buoy techniques saved lives. From picturesque landscapes to architectural marvels, this passenger ship took its occupants on unforgettable adventures around the world. Whether it be exploring Hallstatt's enchanting beauty in Austria or cruising along Portugal's Douro River under Rabelo boats and beneath Dom Luis I bridge - every destination offered new wonders to discover. Reflecting upon maritime history, we recall significant moments like Van Noort Landing in Manila Bay during 1600 or witnessing Great Eastern being built on Thames' Millwall docks back in 1857. These events shaped our understanding of seafaring achievements and technological advancements throughout centuries. Finally arriving at Halong Bay in Vietnam – where limestone karsts emerge from emerald waters – one couldn't help but feel awe-struck by nature's artistry mirrored within these ancient geological formations. Aboard this passenger ship lies more than just transportation.