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3rd class cabin, RMS Olympic BL24990_053
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3rd class cabin, RMS Olympic BL24990_053
A 3rd class 2 berth cabin, RMS Olympic, White Star Line, 1920-21. The Olympic was sister ship to the ill-fated Titanic and Britannic. This Bedford Lemere and Company photograph was commissioned by the White Star Line, which was also known as the Oceanic Steam Navigation Company, and was probably taken at Southampton docks
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This print takes us back in time to the early 1920s, offering a glimpse into the humble yet charming accommodations of the third-class cabins aboard RMS Olympic. As sister ship to both the legendary Titanic and Britannic, this vessel carries with it an air of historical significance. Bedford Lemere and Company expertly captured this image on behalf of the White Star Line, also known as the Oceanic Steam Navigation Company. Presumably taken at Southampton docks, where countless dreams set sail, this photograph showcases a two-berth cabin that would have been home to passengers seeking adventure across vast oceans. The simplicity of these quarters is striking; wooden paneling adorns the walls while modest furnishings provide comfort amidst limited space. A small porthole allows natural light to filter through, casting gentle shadows upon worn linens and personal belongings strewn about. It's easy to imagine families huddled together here during their voyage or individuals finding solace in solitude as they embarked on new beginnings. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, let us reflect upon those who traversed these very hallways - dreamers chasing opportunities abroad or perhaps even survivors seeking solace after unimaginable tragedy. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of our shared maritime history and invites us to step into their shoes for just a moment – experiencing life aboard one of history's most iconic liners firsthand.
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