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Titanic / Southampton 1912
A bad omen: as the Titanic leaves Southampton, the steamer New York accidentally breaks its moorings. Captain Smith stops Titanics engines and a collision is avoided
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A Chilling Premonition: The Departure of RMS Titanic from Southampton Harbour, April 1912 - An Unfortunate Coincidence This evocative photograph captures the moment the RMS Titanic, under the command of Captain Edward Smith, begins its fateful voyage from Southampton Harbour on April 10, 1912. The air is filled with a sense of anticipation and excitement as the unsinkable ship sets sail on its maiden voyage to New York. However, an ominous event unfolds just as the Titanic leaves the harbour. In the background, the steamer New York, which was also docked in Southampton, can be seen accidentally breaking its moorings. The New York, a vessel of significant size and speed in its own right, had been transporting passengers and cargo between New York and Europe since 1902. Upon noticing the New York's predicament, Captain Smith immediately orders the Titanic's engines to be stopped. The potential for a catastrophic collision looms large, but quick thinking and effective communication prevent a disaster. The New York is eventually secured, and the Titanic continues on its journey, leaving Southampton waters behind. This photograph, taken from the Southampton docks, offers a haunting reminder of the close call that occurred as the Titanic embarked on its ill-fated journey. The coincidence of the New York's mishap and the Titanic's departure is a chilling premonition of the tragedy that would unfold just days later in the North Atlantic. This historical image, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, provides a unique perspective on the events leading up to one of the most significant maritime disasters in history. It serves as a poignant reminder of the intricate web of chance encounters and unforeseen circumstances that can shape our lives and the course of history.
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