Shipbuilders Collection (#2)

The late Sir W Fairbairn, Baronet (engraving)
1589239 The late Sir W Fairbairn, Baronet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Sir W Fairbairn, Baronet)

Portrait of Sir John Hawkins (engraving)
820033 Portrait of Sir John Hawkins (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir John Hawkins, English shipbuilder, naval administrator and commander)

Shipbuilders at the King George V dry dock in Southampton replace one of the mighty propellors of the Cunard liner R.M.S. Queen Mary

Knocking off of work are the shipyard workers of P. S. Austin shipyards on the river Wear
Knocking off of work are the shipyard workers of P.S. Austin shipyards on the river Wear, Sunderland, 28th April 1954

River Clyde, shipbuilding industry in Glasgow, Scotland. May 1951

Builders of Ships, 1916 (oil on canvas)
3366980 Builders of Ships, 1916 (oil on canvas) by Bellows, George Wesley (1882-1925); 76.2x111.8 cm; Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT, USA; American, out of copyright

Rockfleet Castle, Clew Bay, Co Mayo, Ireland

Building the ships for the Norman invasion of England by William the Conqueror, 1066, after the Bayeux Tapestry. From Everday Life in Anglo-Saxon, Viking and Norman Times, published 1926

Carrickkildavnet Castle, Achill Island, County Mayo, Ireland

Audleys Castle, Co Down, Ireland

Castle On The Coast, Kildownet Castle, Achill Island, County Mayo, Republic Of Ireland

Rockfleet Castle, Clew Bay, Co Mayo, Ireland

HMS Wren - Admiralty modified W class destroyer
HMS Wren (D88/I88) was an Admiralty modified W class destroyer built for the Royal Navy. She was ordered in April 1918 from Yarrow Shipbuilders Limited under the 13th Order for Destroyers of

Women WW1 Work
A group photograph of View Room Girls at Thornycrofts, the shipbuilding and engineering firm which was based at Woolston, Hampshire. The card is dated by the sender, 27th May 1917 and is marked K.A

Saint Louis steamship renamed to USS Louisville in WWI
Saint Louis, twin-screw, was a transatlantic passenger liner built for American Line by William Cramp & Sons Shipbuilders, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1895. Sponsored by Mrs

Shipyard Strike
18th March 1957: The empty shipyards on the River Wear, Sunderland in England during the shipbuilders strike. (Photo by Ron Case/Keystone/Getty Images)

Industrial electric lighting, 1880s C017 / 6871
Industrial electric lighting. 19th-century artwork of electric lighting being in a shipyard during construction of a ship

Board Meeting
A boardroom meeting possibly of a firm of shipbuilders. The six members of the board sit around an oval table on top of which sits a ships model in a glass case

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"Shipbuilders: Crafting Dreams on the River Clyde, Glasgow" In May 1951, amidst the bustling shipbuilding industry in Glasgow, Scotland, an advert caught the attention of many. John Cran & Co proudly displayed their name as shipbuilders from Leith, Scotland. The members certificate of the Associated Shipwrights Society showcased a vibrant colour litho that symbolized unity and craftsmanship. As one delved deeper into this world of shipbuilding, three books about ocean liners emerged. Titanic and Californian Hull Down were tales that captivated imaginations while providing insight into the grandeur and tragedy of these magnificent vessels. The White Star Line's RMS Titanic was immortalized in a Harland and Wolff date book - a testament to its significance in maritime history. Harland and Wolff took pride in their craftmanship as evidenced by scale profile drawings of ships like TSS Dominion. A letter addressed to Mrs A W Frost revealed the personal touch they bestowed upon each project. Foldout pages dedicated to RMS Titanic - The Shipbuilders showcased intricate details that brought this iconic vessel to life. The legacy continued with RMS Olympic and Titanic - The Shipbuilders volume, which chronicled Harland & Wolff's contribution to two legendary ships. A rare diary with handwritten entries provided glimpses into the daily lives of those who shaped maritime history at Harland & Wolff. A brass plaque bearing their name stood tall in Belfast, serving as a reminder of their dedication and expertise. These they were more than mere builders; they were dream weavers who turned steel into floating marvels that traversed vast oceans. In every stroke of their tools lay passion for perfection; every weld spoke volumes about skill honed over generations. They transformed raw materials into majestic vessels that carried dreams across tumultuous seas. These shipbuilders left an indelible mark on history through their unwavering commitment to excellence.