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Postcards, RMS Mauretania, RMS Aquitania
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Postcards, RMS Mauretania, RMS Aquitania
Postcards advertising RMS Mauretania (real photo, 7 June 1911) and RMS Aquitania leaving New York, postally used 17 October 1925. Date: early 20th century
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Aquitania Atlantic Cruise Cunard Leaving Mauretania Postally Postcards Real Skyscrapers Steamer Transatlantic Tugs 1925 Liner
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This vintage image showcases two iconic ocean liners, the RMS Mauretania and RMS Aquitania, as they gracefully depart from New York Harbor in the early 20th century. The postcards, with their intriguing real-photo design, transport us back in time to an era of grand maritime travel. The RMS Mauretania, depicted on the left, made her maiden voyage in 1907 and was the first ship to hold the Blue Riband for the fastest transatlantic crossing. Her sleek, streamlined silhouette, adorned with elegant smokestacks, stands out against the backdrop of the bustling city skyline. The RMS Aquitania, on the right, made her debut in 1914 and was the sister ship to the Mauretania. Both vessels were flagships of the renowned Cunard Line and represented the pinnacle of luxury and sophistication for transatlantic travelers. The postcards, postally used on October 17, 1925, bear the testament to the enduring appeal of these magnificent vessels. The image of the liners leaving New York, with a pair of tugboats skillfully guiding them out to sea, perfectly encapsulates the excitement and anticipation of embarking on a transatlantic voyage. This evocative snapshot from the past not only serves as a stunning visual representation of ocean liner history but also offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of maritime transportation and travel during the early 20th century.
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