Jeff Erskine Posted March 5 Share Posted March 5 Please don’t overlook the M V Brittanic in your celebration. She was the first motor vessel in the Cunard fleet and served as a troop carrier during WW 2. Reconditioned after the war, she sailed on her “maiden” voyage from Liverpool to New York in May 1948. I was a passenger when she sailed triumphantly into New York harbor, I believe on May 26, I believe! What a supreme moment for Cunard! She has since been laid to rest, but her memories remain in a young lad’s mind! Jeffrey Erskine 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3Sisters Posted March 6 Share Posted March 6 @Jeff Erskine There is certainly so much history on the M V Brittanic. It looks like the ship was scrapped in 1961, long before my time. Thanks for sharing the reminder to celebrate this momentous occasion! Are you a WW2 Veteran? Have you cruised on any of Cunard's other ships since this occasion? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3Sisters Posted March 6 Share Posted March 6 I was just reading through this article. I never really realized all of the rich histories that Cunard Line has. This photo is truly an incredible piece of history. https://www.cruisehive.com/cunard-line-unveils-historical-photo-exhibition-from-past-100-years/95491 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kendall James-Vargas Posted March 7 Share Posted March 7 @Jeff Erskine Thanks for sharing your affinity towards M V Brittanic. It must have been such an unforgettable moment for all of the guests and crew! Clearly, you still recall all of the fond memories you made onboard with so much endearment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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