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The Cunard Liner RMS Lusitania in New York at the end of  her maiden voyage. 190779

World War 1: The Sinking of Lusitania

by Hovalis

May 7, 1915, approx 1.40pm. The early morning fog had slowed down the progress of Lusitania, and Captain Turner needed a more accurate fix on his position. He ordered the ship slowed down and put on a straight course off the Irish coast. In doing so he sealed the fate of his ship and the lives aboard her. published 10 months ago

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HMHS Britannic in war service80

HMHS Britannic - Titanic's Unlucky Sister

by Hovalis

The RMS Britannic was the younger sister of the Titanic, and was the third Olympic class liner built by the White Star Line. She shares something in common with her older sister, Titanic: She did not carry one... published 10 months ago

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