Category Archives: Empress of Ireland
Empress of Ireland Artifacts
A Canadian historian-collector is working to bring as many Empress of Ireland artifacts as possible back to Canada. Empress of Ireland Brooch, Oceanliners.org Collection
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The End of an Era
The death yesterday of Audrey Lawson-Johnston in Melchbourne, England, marked not only the passing of the final known Lusitania survivor, but the end of an era. Over the span of just 37 terrible and calamitous months, three legendary liners sailed … Continue reading
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Empress of Ireland Negotiations Break Down
Bargaining between the Canadian Museum of Civilization and a diver/collector for a planned Empress of Ireland exhibition have reportedly reached an impasse. The museum was said to have been looking to purchase some 200 objects, including a bell, porthole and … Continue reading
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Unique Accommodations
I’ve never visited the Empress of Ireland pavilion in Point au Père, Quebec, which has the largest display of artifacts recovered from the infamous 1914 wreck as well as various information resources. But if I did go for a visit, … Continue reading
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Wreck Diving
Back home. Now that I’ve finished exploring Titanic’s wreckage in Las Vegas, it’s time to turn the focus on another notorious 20th century liner disaster: Andrea Doria. Here’s a new and detailed review of Deep Descent, an excellent book written … Continue reading
