Qe2

Qe2

Author: Chris Frame

Publisher: History Press

Published: 2017-08-14

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780750970280

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Fifty years ago, the last British-built transatlantic liner was launched. Christened by HM The Queen on September 20, 1967, the 963-feet-long vessel was named Queen Elizabeth 2. By the end of that same day, she was already known by her famous nickname: QE2. Fast, smart and sleek, QE2 sailed more than 5.6 million miles and carried more than 2.5 million passengers during a magnificent 39 1/2 year career. Put simply, she carried more people further than any ship before her and remains the longest-serving express liner in history. Through words penned by passionate QE2 travelers and with tribute stories from captains, crew, and guests, a wide selection of carefully selected photographs bring this wonderful ship to life.


RMS Queen Elizabeth 2

RMS Queen Elizabeth 2

Author: Janette McCutcheon

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781848680555

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The illustrated history of the most famous ocean liner afloat today.


Queen Mary 2

Queen Mary 2

Author: John Maxtone-Graham

Publisher: Bulfinch Press

Published: 2004-04-28

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13: 0821228846

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This book documents the creation, from keel laying to christening, of one of the most ambitious passenger vessels of all time, Cunard Line's new flagship, the Queen Mary 2. The story of the Queen Mary 2 is told by noted maritime historian John Maxtone-Graham, whose engaging text takes us through the building of the ship and details its world-class amenities.


The QE2 Story

The QE2 Story

Author: Chris Frame

Publisher: Story (History Press)

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 9780752450940

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There has been no more beloved liner than the Queen Elizabeth 2. The last liner to be built on British soil, she was constructed by John Brown & Co., Clydebank (Scotland) and her keel was laid on July 5, 1965, marking the start of her illustrious career. Her maiden voyage left Southampton on May 2, 1969, bound for New York, and she has remained in service for the past 40 years. She had a spell as a military ship from 1982, when she was requisitioned to serve as a troop carrier during the Falklands War, and during her military career QE2 successfully sailed more than 14,900 miles. Post-war, she has had many refits, including a headline-grabbing total refurbishment in 1994 to turn her into a 21st-century luxury liner. In November 2008, QE2 retired to a new life in Dubai World, where she began her conversion to a floating hotel, and the last chapter of her exceptional life in service will close.


Cruising on the Queen Elizabeth 2

Cruising on the Queen Elizabeth 2

Author: Bernard M. Patten

Publisher: Prometheus Books

Published: 2009-12-02

Total Pages: 557

ISBN-13: 1615923543

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HMS Queen Elizabeth 2 is the most celebrated craft afloat and one of the greatest technical achievements of the 20th century. In her construction and maintenance are involved almost every science, profession, and trade known to civilization. On her bridge stand officers, who besides being the pick of the Royal Navy, have passed rigid examinations in all studies pertaining to winds, tides, currents, navigation, and the geography of the sea. For 91 days, author Bernard M. Patten, M.D., sailed around the world on this ultimate cruise ship. What was it like onboard this most luxurious of luxury liners? "Marvelous, simply marvelous," he assures the reader with obvious enthusiasm that spills off every page. Determined to give the reader the complete QE2 experience, Patten and his wife, Ethel, roomed in progressively better accommodations, moving level by level from the least expensive class ("Mauritania 5") to the Penthouse Suite, which included their own butlers, Geoffrey and Paul. Along with the Pattens, readers will experience every deck, every restaurant, and every level of luxury that this incredible ocean liner has to offer. Whether you're a cruise buff, or planning your own stay aboard this fabulous ship, or just want to take a trip in your imagination on a cold rainy night, Cruising on the Queen Elizabeth 2 will provide you with interesting information, entertaining stories, and ample pleasures.


Queen Elizabeth 2

Queen Elizabeth 2

Author: Sheriar Press

Publisher:

Published: 2011-08-31

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9780913078631

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Personal account by Beatrice Dumont Muller of her unique stay on the Queen Elizabeth 2. She was a passenger for many years.


The Cunard Colouring Book

The Cunard Colouring Book

Author: Chris Frame

Publisher: History Press

Published: 2019-02

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780750990028

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Stunning illustrations to colour in, charting the history and heritage of the Cunard Line


The New Cunard Queens

The New Cunard Queens

Author: Nils Schwerdtner

Publisher: US Naval Institute Press

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781591141051

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"With a fascinating mixture of maritime history and contemporary analysis, the author describes the history of the Cunard Line, before saying farewell to the QE2, which will retire to Dubai as a floating hotel in November 2009."--Global Books in Print.


Queen Mary 2

Queen Mary 2

Author: Philip Plisson

Publisher: Harry N. Abrams

Published: 2004-11-17

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780810956131

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A "giant of the seas, " the transatlantic liner Queen Mary 2 is longer than the Eiffel Tower is high and can carry more passengers than any ship in history (up to 3,090, in addition to 1,253 crew members). This book provides an in-depth look at the ship, with photos illustrating the laborious construction process.


Maritime Royalty

Maritime Royalty

Author: William Miller

Publisher:

Published: 2017-02-22

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 9781781555675

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The Cunard QUEENS are known to millions.; The the most famous liners of all. They attract attention wherever they sailed, but the QUEEN MARY is possibly the most beloved. She sailed for 31 years, carried millions of passengers and made over 1000 trips across the North Atlantic. She is a ship of great memories--passengers on crossings, officer & crew