175 Years of Cunard

Cross, Rachelle, Frame, Chris

ISBN 10: 0752489267 / ISBN 13: 9780752489261

Published by History Press Limited, The, 2015

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Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: 175 Years of Cunard
• Publisher: History Press Limited, The
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0752489267
• ISBN 13: 9780752489261
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Cunard’s first ship, Britannia, set sail across the Atlantic on 4 July 1840, inaugurating a service that has endured for 175 years. Cunard’s success is in part due to its continuous technological advances; from the early years of wooden paddle steamers to steel-hulled leviathans, electric lighting to steam turbine engines. But it is the ships themselves, the shipbuilders, managers, crew and guests that have had the greatest impact on the success of the line, creating unique environments full of personality. The Cunard fleet answered the call of duty during the two world wars and transported thousands of troops to fight for the Allied forces. Cunard’s QE2 was a much-beloved liner and the most famous ship at sea, participating in the Falklands campaign and sailing more than 2.5 million miles during a 40-year career. Today the three current Queens are a celebration of Cunard’s heritage and are considered to be some of the greatest ships in the world, providing luxurious accommodation, excellent service and lively entertainment whilst their passengers travel the world. This book uses stunning photographs and personal stories to explore the history of these magnificent ships.

About the Authors

Maritime historians CHRIS FRAME and Rachelle Cross share a passion for passenger ships, ocean liners and cruising, having written 18 maritime history and cruising books as well as countless articles and feature stories for both magazines and newspapers. Both authors have appeared on television news speaking about cruising and maritime history, while Chris has featured as a history expert on TV and radio including the BBC, Sky News, Channel 5 and ABC News and LBC 97.3. They maintain popular cruising and history YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/chrisframeofficial and a website at www.chriscunard.com

Maritime historian RACHELLE CROSS and co-author Chris Frame have long shared a passion for ocean liners and cruise ships. Together they have written many books, articles and feature stories for magazines and newspapers, and appeared on television and radio, including for the BBC, Sky News and ABC.