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L'Atlantique liner towed into Cherbourg harbour

The burned out shell of French luxury cruise liner L'Atlantique towed into Cherbourg harbour Date: 1933

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Media ID 32248000

© The John Barrett Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library

1933 Atlantique Burned Cherbourg Cruise Damage Damaged Shell Towed Towing Liner

14"x18" Premium Frame

Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper

FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")

Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the damaged and burned-out shell of the once luxurious French ocean liner, L'Atlantique, being towed into Cherbourg harbor in 1933. The image is a poignant reminder of the tragic events that unfolded on this fateful day. The L'Atlantique, a symbol of French maritime pride and opulence, had caught fire in the English Channel, causing widespread panic among its passengers and crew. The cause of the fire remains unclear, but it is believed that it may have started in the ship's engine room. Despite the best efforts of the British and French naval forces, the fire continued to spread, eventually engulfing the entire ship. The scene that unfolded was one of chaos and desperation, with passengers and crew members scrambling to escape the burning vessel. Despite the danger, a brave team of towboats and tugs managed to attach ropes to the damaged liner and began the arduous task of towing it into Cherbourg harbor. The smoke billowing from the ship's hull filled the air, creating an eerie and surreal atmosphere. The L'Atlantique's arrival in Cherbourg marked the end of an era for the French luxury cruise liner. The damage was extensive, and the ship was eventually scrapped. The incident served as a stark reminder of the dangers of the sea and the importance of safety at sea. This photograph, taken from The John Barrett Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, is a haunting reminder of a tragic event in maritime history. It is a poignant reminder of the human spirit and the courage of those who risked their lives to save others.

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