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RMS Queen Elizabeth Wooden Scale Desk Display
RMS Queen Elizabeth Wooden Scale Desk Display
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The RMS Queen Elizabeth was a British ocean liner and one of the most famous ships of the Cunard Line. Here are key details about the RMS Queen Elizabeth:1. **Construction and Launch:** The RMS Queen Elizabeth was built at the John Brown & Company shipyard on the Clyde in Scotland. It was launched on September 27, 1938.2. **Sister Ship:** The Queen Elizabeth was the sister ship to the RMS Queen Mary. Both ships were part of Cunard's express ocean liner service between Southampton, England, and New York City.3. **Maiden Voyage:** The Queen Elizabeth made its maiden voyage on March 3, 1940, from Southampton to New York. However, its commercial service was short-lived due to World War II.4. **World War II Service:** During the war, the Queen Elizabeth was converted into a troopship. It played a crucial role in transporting Allied troops, carrying over 750,000 military personnel during its wartime service.5. **Speed and Size:** The Queen Elizabeth, along with its sister ship the Queen Mary, was known for its speed and size. It held the title of the largest passenger liner for over 50 years until the introduction of larger cruise ships in the late 20th century.6. **Post-War Passenger Service:** After World War II, the Queen Elizabeth returned to passenger service. It underwent extensive refitting and resumed transatlantic crossings, becoming a symbol of post-war luxury travel.7. **Retirement:** As air travel became more popular, the demand for transatlantic ocean liners declined. The Queen Elizabeth was retired from commercial service in 1968.8. **Fire and Final Voyage:** In 1972, while undergoing refurbishment in Hong Kong, the Queen Elizabeth suffered a severe fire. The damage was extensive, and the decision was made to retire the ship. In 1975, while being towed to the shipbreakers in Hong Kong, the Queen Elizabeth capsized and partially sank.9. **Legacy:** The Queen Elizabeth, along with the Queen Mary, is remembered as one of the grand ocean liners of the mid-20th century. The ships were celebrated for their elegance, speed, and contribution to maritime history.10. **Reputation and Nickname:** The Queen Elizabeth was often referred to as the "Grand Old Lady of the Atlantic." It had a reputation for luxurious accommodations and was considered one of the most iconic and glamorous ships of its time.While the physical ship no longer exists, the legacy of the RMS Queen Elizabeth lives on through historical records, photographs, and the memories of those who sailed on or admired this magnificent ocean liner.
Measures 39.37 x 11.81 x 5.11.
Condition
Good condition. No major rips, tears, etc.
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RMS Queen Elizabeth Wooden Scale Desk Display

Estimate $1,500 - $3,000
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Starting Price $1,000
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