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The Blue Funnel Line vessel Centaur departs from Liverpool for her delivery voyage to
The Blue Funnel Line vessel Centaur departs from Liverpool for her delivery voyage to Australia, sailing via the Suez Canal to Singapore, after which she headed for Sydney where she arrived on February 23. 20th January 1964
Derek Wright
Liverpool Echo
Mirrorpix
Liverpool
England
Media ID 21803515
© Mirrorpix
Docks Maiden Quay Quayside Ships Waving 1964
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In this photo print, we witness the majestic Blue Funnel Line vessel Centaur embarking on her momentous delivery voyage from Liverpool to Australia. The year is 1964, a time when sea travel was still an enchanting adventure filled with anticipation and wonder. As the ship gracefully departs from the bustling quayside, one can almost feel the excitement in the air. The towering masts stand tall against the backdrop of a cloudy sky, while gentle waves caress the ship's hull, bidding her farewell on this remarkable journey. The Centaur's route takes her through the iconic Suez Canal to Singapore before finally reaching Sydney on February 23rd. This maiden voyage symbolizes not only a significant milestone for both ship and crew but also represents an era when shipping played a vital role in connecting distant lands. Captured by Derek Wright, this photograph transports us back to an era where waving loved ones bid farewell to departing ships with tearful eyes and hopeful hearts. It serves as a poignant reminder of our shared human desire for exploration and connection across vast oceans. This stunning image beautifully encapsulates the essence of transport at sea during the mid-20th century – a testament to mankind's ingenuity in conquering vast distances through maritime endeavors.
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