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'Missanabie' (1914). The passenger liner 'Missanabie' (1914) underway; a view of the starboard side of the ship from broadside. This is a copy negative made by Bedford Lemere & Co in October 1914; the original photographer is unkno
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A corner of the First Class Garden Lounge on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the entrance at the forward end of the First Class Garden Lounge, on the port side of the Promenade Deck (A
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Boat Deck on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Deck view on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the port side of the Boat Deck, a view looking forward, showing one of the two 30ft motor boats supplied by John I. Thornycroft & Co L
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Captain W. T. Turner of the 'Aquitania' (1914). A full-length portrait of Captain William Thomas Turner (1856-1933), master of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) and Commodore of the Cunard Line fleet. Turner is wearing the full dr
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Captain W. T. Turner of the 'Aquitania' (1914). A full-length portrait of Captain William Thomas Turner (1856-1933), master of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914). Turner is wearing the uniform of a Captain in the Merchant Navy and
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Ceiling above the First Class Dining Saloon on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the decorative painting 'The Triumph of Flora' on the ceiling above the central part of the Fir
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Corridor in First Class accommodation on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the corridor on the port side of the First Class accommodation on the Upper Deck (D Deck). An overhead sign for
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Corridor to the First Class Grill Room on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the panelled corridor between the First Class Dining Saloon (Louis XVI Restaurant) and the First Class Grill R
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Decorative painting in the First Class Dining Saloon on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914): the First Class Dining Saloon (Louis XVI Restaurant) on the Upper Deck (D Deck), decorated by P. H. R&e
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Decorative painting in the Grand Entrance on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the painting and carved bas-relief over the First Class Main Staircase, at Promenade Deck (A Deck) level. T
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Dispensary on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the Dispensary, part of the hospital facilities on the port side of the Main Deck (E Deck). Medicine jars and dispensing scales can be see
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Doors in a corridor on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing doors in a corridor on the Shelter Deck (C Deck).
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Electrical wiring in the First Class Pantry on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the electrical wiring and switchboard at the forward end of the First Class Pantry, on the Upper Deck (D
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Exterior of the Gainsborough Suite on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Deck view on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the forward end of the sheltered part of the First Class Promenade on the starboard side of the Bridge Deck (B De
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First Class bath and toilet suite on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the bedroom in a First Class bath and toilet suite, on the starboard side of the Bridge Deck (B Deck). The ba
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First Class bath and toilet suite on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the bedroom in a First Class bath and toilet suite, on the starboard side of the Bridge Deck (B Deck). The ca
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First Class bath and toilet suite on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the bedroom in a First Class bath and toilet suite, on the starboard side of the Bridge Deck (B Deck). This c
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First Class Dining Saloon on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the central area of the First Class Dining Saloon (Louis XVI Restaurant), on the Upper Deck (D Deck), a view looking forwar
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First Class Dining Saloon on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the First Class Dining Saloon (Louis XVI Restaurant), on the Upper Deck (D Deck); a view of the port side, looking forward.
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First Class Dining Saloon on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the First Class Dining Saloon (Louis XVI Restaurant), on the Upper Deck (D Deck); a view of the starboard side, looking for
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First Class Dining Saloon on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914). The First Class Dining Saloon (Louis XVI Restaurant), on the Upper Deck (D Deck). A view of the central area, looking forward.
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First Class Drawing Room on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the First Class Drawing Room, also called the Adam Drawing Room, on the Promenade Deck (A Deck); a view from the starboard s
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First Class Drawing Room on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the First Class Drawing Room, also called the Adam Drawing Room, on the Promenade Deck (A Deck); a view of the library secti
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First Class Galley on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the First Class Galley, on the starboard side of the Upper Deck (D Deck). A view looking aft, showing an island range and other ki
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First Class Garden Lounge on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the First Class Garden Lounge, on the port side of the Promenade Deck (A Deck), a view looking forward. The windows of the
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First Class Garden Lounge on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the First Class Garden Lounge, on the port side of the Promenade Deck (A Deck). A view looking aft from a position forward
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First Class Garden Lounge on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the First Class Garden Lounge, on the starboard side of the Promenade Deck (A Deck); a view looking aft from a position for
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First Class Grill Room on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the forward section of the First Class Grill Room, on the port side of the Upper Deck (D Deck). A view looking aft, from a pos
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First Class Grill Room on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914), showing the forward section of the First Class Grill Room, on the port side of the Upper Deck (D Deck). The room is decorated in the
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First Class Gymnasium on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the First Class Gymnasium, on the starboard side of the Main Deck (E Deck), a view looking forward. A cycling machine is in the
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First Class Lounge on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the First Class Lounge, also called Palladian Lounge, on the Promenade Deck (A Deck), a view looking forward. The Baroque-style i
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First Class Lounge on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the First Class Lounge, also called Palladian Lounge, on the Promenade Deck (A Deck). This is a view of the starboard side, lookin
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First Class Lounge on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the First Class Lounge, also called Palladian Lounge, on the Promenade Deck (A Deck); a view along the centre line, looking forwar
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First Class Lounge on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the First Class Lounge, also called the Palladian Lounge, on the Promenade Deck (A Deck); a view looking aft. The Baroque-style
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First Class Music and Recreation Room on the 'Highland Brae' (1910). Interior of the passenger/cargo liner 'Highland Brae' (1910) showing the First Class Music and Recreation Room, on the Promenade Deck. On the right side of the image
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First Class Pantry on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the starboard side of the First Class Pantry, on the Upper Deck (D Deck). A carving table, hot press and bain-marie units are visi
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First Class Promenade on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Deck view on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the sheltered part of the First Class Promenade on the starboard side of the Bridge Deck (B Deck). A view looking aft, with th
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First Class Salon on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914). The First Class Salon (or Writing Room) on the port side of the Promenade Deck (A Deck); a view looking aft through the entrance arch and
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First Class Secondary Staircase on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the First Class Secondary Staircase, at Shelter Deck (C Deck) level. The design of the interiors on the 'Aqui
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First Class Smoking Room on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the after part of the First Class Smoking Room (also called Carolean Smoking Room), on the Promenade Deck (A Deck), a view l
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First Class Smoking Room on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the First Class Smoking Room (also called Carolean Smoking Room), on the Promenade Deck (A Deck), a view looking forward. Ab
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First Class stateroom on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing a single berth stateroom in First Class accommodation on the Shelter Deck (C Deck). This is cabin number C22 according to
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First Class stateroom on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing a single berth stateroom in First Class accommodation on the Shelter Deck (C Deck). This is cabin number C24 according to
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First Class stateroom on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing a single berth stateroom in First Class accommodation on the Shelter Deck (C Deck); the sofa bed provided an additional s
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First Class stateroom on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing a single berth stateroom in First Class accommodation, on the port side of the Promenade Deck (A Deck). This is cabin num
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First Class stateroom on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing a two berth stateroom in First Class accommodation. According to Bedford Lemere & Co daybooks this is cabin number B9
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First Class stateroom on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing a two berth stateroom in the First Class accommodation on the Upper Deck (D Deck). This is cabin number D37 according to
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First Class suite on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing one of the bedrooms in a First Class suite on the Shelter Deck (C Deck). This is cabin number C102 according to Bedford Lemer
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First Class suite on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing one of the bedrooms in a First Class suite on the Shelter Deck (C Deck). This is cabin number C133 according to Bedford Lemer
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First Class Swimming Bath on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the First Class Swimming Bath, on the starboard side of the Main Deck (E Deck), a view framed by the columns at the forward
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First Class Swimming Bath on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the First Class Swimming Bath, on the starboard side of the Main Deck (E Deck), a view looking forward. The ‘Aquitan
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Forward end of the First Class Lounge on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the forward end of the First Class Lounge, also called Palladian Lounge, on the Promenade Deck (A Deck), after
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Forward end of the First Class Smoking Room on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the fireplace at the centre of the forward end of the First Class Smoking Room (also called Carolean Smok
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Forward end of the First Class Smoking Room on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914). The fireplace at the centre of the forward end of the First Class Smoking Room (Carolean Smoking Room), on the
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Gainsborough Suite on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing a bedroom in the Gainsborough Suite (numbered B53), in the First Class accommodation on the starboard side of the Bridge Dec
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Gainsborough Suite on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the dining room in the Gainsborough Suite (numbered B55), in the First Class accommodation on the starboard side of the Brid
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Grand Entrance on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the Grand Entrance at Promenade Deck (A Deck) level; a view looking across to the starboard side. The Grand Entrance was decorated in
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Grand Entrance on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the Neoclassical style Grand Entrance at Promenade Deck (A Deck) level, a view from the port side. The painting over the First Class
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Grand entrance on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the port side of the Grand Entrance at Promenade Deck (A Deck) level, decorated in the Louis XVI style. The view is looking aft, with
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Grand Entrance on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the port side of the Grand Entrance at Promenade Deck (A Deck) level, decorated in the Louis XVI style. The view is looking aft, with
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Holbein Suite on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the bedsitting room in the Holbein Suite (numbered B104), in the First Class accommodation on the port side of the Bridge Deck (B
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Long Gallery on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the Long Gallery, between the First Class Lounge and First Class Smoking Room on the port side of the Promenade Deck (A Deck). A view lo
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Long Gallery on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the Long Gallery, between the First Class Lounge and First Class Smoking Room on the port side of the Promenade Deck (A Deck); a view fr
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Marconi Room on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the wireless telegraph equipment at the forward end of the Marconi Room, on the port side of the Boat Deck. The doors of the Motor Alter
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Men's Ward on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the after section of the Men's Ward, part of the hospital facilities on the port side of the Main Deck (E Deck). Note the blanke
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Men's Ward on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the forward section of the Men's Ward, part of the hospital facilities on the port side of the Main Deck (E Deck). Note the blan
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Motor Alternator Room on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the Motor Alternator Room, adjacent to the Marconi Room on the port side of the Boat Deck.
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Mr W. H. Allison, Chief Steward of the 'Aquitania' (1914). Portrait of a crew member on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing a full-length portrait of Mr William Henry Allison (1863-1939), the Chief Steward. The subject is in
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Operating Room on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the Consulting and Operating Room, part of the hospital facilities on the port side of the Main Deck (E Deck). A folding operating tab
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Painting in the First Class Smoking Room on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing a painting on the port side of the central part of the First Class Smoking Room (also called Carolean Smokin
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Painting in the First Class Smoking Room on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing a painting on the starboard side of the central part of the First Class Smoking Room (also called Carolean S
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Passenger elevators in the Grand Entrance on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the passenger elevators in the Grand Entrance at Promenade Deck (A Deck) level, with the gates on the port
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Raeburn Suite on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the bedroom in the Raeburn Suite (numbered B103), in the First Class accommodation on the starboard side of the Bridge Deck (B De
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Raeburn Suite on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the bedsitting room in the Raeburn Suite (numbered B101), in the First Class accommodation on the starboard side of the Bridge De
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Raeburn Suite on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the private verandah in the Raeburn Suite, in the First Class accommodation on the starboard side of the Bridge Deck (B Deck). Th
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Rembrandt Suite on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the bedsitting room in the Rembrandt Suite (numbered B105), in the First Class accommodation on the starboard side of the Bridg
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Romney Suite on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the bedroom in the Romney Suite (numbered B102), in the First Class accommodation on the port side of the Bridge Deck (B Deck).
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Romney Suite on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the vestibule in the Romney Suite, in the First Class accommodation on the port side of the Bridge Deck (B Deck). The bedsitting r
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Romney Suite on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Cabin interior on the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914). The bedsitting room in the Romney Suite, one of the special First Class suites on the port side of the Bridge Deck (B Deck). Numbered B
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Second Class Barber's Shop on the 'Olympic' (1911). Interior of the passenger liner 'Olympic' (1911) showing the Second Class Barber's Shop, on the starboard side of the Upper Deck (E Deck). Flags, toys and other souvenirs ar
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Second Class Dining Saloon on the 'Adriatic' (1906). Interior of the passenger liner 'Adriatic' (1906) showing the Second Class Dining Saloon.
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Second Class Dining Saloon on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the Second Class Dining Saloon, on the Upper Deck (D Deck), a view from the starboard side, looking aft. The decoration o
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Second Class Dining Saloon on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the Second Class Dining Saloon, on the Upper Deck (D Deck); a view of the central area, looking aft. The design of the in
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Second Class Dining Saloon on the 'Olympic' (1911). Interior of the passenger liner 'Olympic' (1911) showing the Second Class Dining Saloon, on the Saloon Deck (D Deck); a view of the starboard side, looking aft. The design of the int
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Second Class Drawing Room on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the central area of the Second Class Drawing Room, on the Bridge Deck (B Deck), a view looking aft. The Second Class Draw
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Second Class Drawing Room on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the Second Class Drawing Room, on the Bridge Deck (B Deck); a view from the starboard side, looking towards the fireplace a
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Second Class Entrance on the 'Adriatic' (1906). Interior of the passenger liner 'Adriatic' (1906) showing a wood-panelled entrance on D Deck. The sliding watertight door between the compartments is visible.
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Second Class Entrance on the 'Olympic' (1911). Interior of the passenger liner 'Olympic' (1911) showing the Second Class Entrance on the Bridge Deck (B Deck); a view of the entrance hall and stairs, looking across to the port side. A d
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Second Class Galley on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the Second Class Galley, on the starboard side of the Upper Deck (D Deck). A large stockpot with a tilting mechanism is visible o
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Second Class Gymnasium on the 'Aquitania' (1914). Interior of the passenger liner 'Aquitania' (1914) showing the Second Class Gymnasium, adjoining the Second Class Entrance on the Upper Deck (D Deck), a view looking across to the starb
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