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The 44, 000 ton RMS Aquitania seen here sailing passed Gourrock Pier on her last journey
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The 44, 000 ton RMS Aquitania seen here sailing passed Gourrock Pier on her last journey
The 44, 000 ton RMS Aquitania seen here sailing passed Gourrock Pier on her last journey to the breakers yard at Faslane. The Aquitania was the longest serving Cunard liner entering service in 1913 and was finally decommissioned in 1950. February 1950
RMS Aquitania
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Hertfordshire
United Kingdom
WA*2452883
Media ID 21492328
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This print takes us back to February 1950, capturing the majestic RMS Aquitania on her final journey. The 44,000-ton liner is seen gracefully sailing past Gourrock Pier, as if bidding farewell to a bygone era of grandeur and elegance. The RMS Aquitania holds a significant place in maritime history as the longest-serving Cunard liner. With her maiden voyage dating back to 1913, she faithfully served passengers for an impressive span of 37 years before being decommissioned in 1950. In this poignant image, we witness the Aquitania's last moments before reaching her ultimate destination – the breakers yard at Faslane. Despite her fate being sealed, she exudes an air of dignity and resilience against the passage of time. As one gazes upon this photograph, it is impossible not to feel a sense of nostalgia for an era when ocean liners were symbols of luxury travel and adventure. The Aquitania stands tall amidst swirling waters; a testament to human ingenuity and engineering marvels that once ruled the seas. This stunning piece from Memory Lane Prints allows us to reflect upon our collective history while paying tribute to the countless souls who sailed aboard this magnificent vessel. It serves as a reminder that even though ships may retire from service, their stories continue to inspire generations with tales of exploration and boundless possibilities on vast oceans.
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