Boats from RMS Mauretania landing troops in

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Boats from RMS Mauretania landing troops in

Boats from RMS Mauretania landing troops in the Dardanelles during WW1

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Cunard Dardanelles Gallipoli Landing Mauretania

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This vintage photograph, hailing from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to the early days of the First World War. The image depicts the RMS Mauretania, a grand British ocean liner of the Cunard fleet, making a historic landing at the Dardanelles during the Gallipoli Campaign. The RMS Mauretania, a symbol of maritime prowess and luxury, was pressed into service as a troop transport vessel for the Royal Navy in 1914. In this photograph, we see the ship's distinctive silhouette anchored off the shores of the Dardanelles, with small boats ferrying soldiers from the vessel to the shoreline. The troops, dressed in their uniforms and armed with rifles, are poised to disembark and join the ongoing military operations. The scene is set against the backdrop of the turquoise waters and the rocky, rugged coastline, with the sun casting long shadows over the landscape. The image exudes a sense of anticipation and determination, as the soldiers prepare to leave the safety of the ship and face the uncertainties of the battlefield. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the pivotal role that the British Navy and merchant vessels played in the First World War, particularly in the transportation of troops to the various battlefronts. The image's aged, lantern-slide quality adds to its historical authenticity and makes it a captivating addition to any collection of WWI memorabilia.

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