SS Great Britain: The First Iron Steamer To Cross The Atlantic
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She was bigger. She was longer. She was high tech. But her history was anything but plain sailing in rough seas, high winds.
The SS Great Britain is a Victorian engineering masterpiece that shaped the fortunes of nations and serves as a blueprint for every ship built today.
For me, this ship's true legacy is her endurance.
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Here is the extraordinary story behind what was once the longest passenger ship in the world. Designed by Victorian engineer, Isambard Kingdom Brunel, this vast vessel redefined shipbuilding, pioneering innovations that are still found on most modern ships. The ship was plagued by disaster, from running aground on the coast of Ireland to nearly capsizing in a storm. Welcome aboard Big Ships! We are your port of call for a captivating voyage through the giants of naval history. From the legendary ships of antiquity to colossal cargo carriers, we promise an ocean of content to quench your thirst. Anchors aweigh! Discover the past on History Hit, with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly and presented by world-renowned historians Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Matt Lewis and more. Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5u For any enquiries please email owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network.