Model of a Thames Barge
Theme : The Sea

This model of a Thames barge is made from wood that was originally used as decking on the RMS Mauretania. The Mauretania was launched in 1906, built by Swan Hunter for the Cunard Line. She was the first passenger vessel to be fitted with steam turbine engines and made her maiden voyage, to New York, in November 1907. She was the largest and fastest liner of her day, setting the record for fastest west-bound crossing in 1909 and retaining it for twenty years. She was withdrawn from service in September 1934, sailing from Southampton, the following year, to the breaker's yard at Rosyth.

This Item is located at The Museum Stores at Landore in the Stores