Report: Queen Mary Could Sink Due to Lack of Repairs
The Scotsman reports that a new marine inspection has warned that a lack of money…
Queen Elizabeth’s Second Maiden Voyage
Queen Elizabeth’s second maiden voyage, the one made with civilian passengers and under Cunard Line…
Queen Elizabeth’s Secret Maiden Voyage
Queen Elizabeth’s secret maiden voyage began on 3 March 1940. It was, arguably, the most…
First White Star Liner’s Maiden Voyage
The maiden voyage of the first White Star liner was anything but routine. On 2…
QM2 Crossing Honors WWII Veterans
Once again, Cunard is partnering with the Greatest Generations Foundation to pay tribute to distinguished…
Empress of Britain (1931) Washes Up
In this 1932 newsreel, Empress of Britain (1931) washes up in Southampton (as in “undergoes…
The Last German Liner
In 1969, as Cunard Line’s new Queen Elizabeth 2 was making worldwide headlines, Germany (West…
Steam Power Comes Alive
Beating at the heart of many late 19th and early 20th century ocean liners, including…
The Last Voyage
On 19 February 1960, US filmgoers got their first chance to see Ile de France…
Queen Mary’s Final Dry Dock Visit
A bittersweet moment: Queen Mary’s final dry dock visit. In 1966 the great liner, which…