HMHS Britannic (1914)
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The Britannic in the great gantry at Harland & Wolff ready for launching.

 

February 26, 1914: Some of the dignitaries assembled for the launch of the Britannic.

 

February 26, 1914: Shipyard workers standing under the bow of the Britannic on the day of her launch.

 

February 26, 1914: Britannic being launched at Harland & Wolff.

 

February 26, 1914: Britannic fully in the water for the first time just after launch. Note the promenade on A
deck is enclosed.

 



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