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The motor tanker Border Fusilier sliding fown the ways in to the River Tyne after she was
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The motor tanker Border Fusilier sliding fown the ways in to the River Tyne after she was
The motor tanker Border Fusilier sliding fown the ways in to the River Tyne after she was launched by the Duchess of Northumberland at the Hebburn shipyard of R & W Hawthorn Leslie and Co Ltd
NCJ - Kemsley
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England
Media ID 21375126
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the bustling shipyard of Hebburn on the River Tyne in the 1950s. The focal point of the image is none other than the majestic motor tanker Border Fusilier, gracefully gliding down the ways into its natural habitat - the glistening waters of the river. This momentous occasion was made even more special as it was graced by none other than the Duchess of Northumberland herself, who proudly christened and launched this magnificent vessel. The scene is a true testament to human ingenuity and craftsmanship, with cranes towering above like guardians overseeing every meticulous detail. It's a snapshot that encapsulates an era when ships were not just means of transportation but symbols of progress and ambition. As we gaze upon this historical gem captured by NCJ-Kemsley for Memory Lane Prints, our imagination runs wild with stories untold. We can almost hear echoes from long ago; shouts from workers celebrating another successful launch, waves crashing against steel hulls, and perhaps even distant cheers from onlookers witnessing this grand spectacle. This photograph serves as a reminder that behind every ship lies countless hours of hard work, dedication, and unwavering determination. It immortalizes a time when shipbuilding was at its peak along these shores – an industry that shaped communities and propelled nations forward. Let us cherish this remarkable piece of history frozen in time – an homage to both man's triumph over nature's elements and our ceaseless
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