UNLOCKING 5 Secrets of the QE2 - 5 Mind-Blowing Ocean Liner Facts

The Ship That Defied Death: Uncovering the Incredible Story of Cunard's QE2! 🚢 Dive into the legendary history of the QE2, a majestic ocean liner built against all odds as the era of such giants seemed to be fading (00:41). Discover the unique father-son duo who both captained this iconic vessel – a first in Cunard's 185-year legacy! (02:38) From answering the call of duty in wartime (03:41) to a groundbreaking career that saw her sail further and carry more passengers than any ship EVER (07:19), the QE2's story is one of resilience and record-breaking achievements. Don't miss the fascinating tale of her TWO distinct powerplants (05:49) and stick around for a full wrap-up (08:36) and even some outtakes (08:59)! This is the untold story you NEED to see. -- ✓ Join to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgk7SzYDkiXWWBfMqXYH0cA/join 🚢 Cunard History Website: https://www.chriscunard.com/ 📚 Buy books: https://www.chrisframe.com.au/books 👕 Buy cruise merch: https://chrisframeofficial.Teemill.com/ 🛳️ Learn about cruising: https://www.chrisframe.com.au/ 🌐 Frame & Cross Consultancy: https://frameandcross.com/ 📚 Book: https://www.chriscunard.com/chrisframe/ocean-liner-books/shipping-history/the-evolution-of-the-passenger-ship/ RECOMMENDED FOR MORE READING: Sam Warwick's QE2 Page: https://www.qe2.org.uk/ The QE2 Story: https://theqe2story.com/ Chris & Rachelle's QE2 Book: https://www.chriscunard.com/chrisframe/ocean-liner-books/shipping-history/qe2-a-50th-anniversary-celebration/ Michael Gallagher’s Cunard Book:https://amzn.to/42QurOI #ad As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases Ron Warwick’s QE2 book: #ad https://amzn.to/4ixt8tA As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. -- General Information (learn more: https://www.chriscunard.com/qe2/qe2-facts/) Name: Queen Elizabeth 2. Gross Tonnage (As built) : 65 863 tons. Gross Tonnage (1994 – 2008 ) : 70 327 tons. Decks: 12 passenger decks. Length: 963 feet. Width: 105 feet, 2 inches. Builders: John Brown (later Upper Clyde). Keel Laid: 5th July, 1965. Launched : 20th September, 1967. Launched By: HM Queen Elizabeth II. Maiden Voyage: Dep. 2nd May, 1969. Final Cunard Voyage: Dep. 11 Nov, 2008. Maximum Passenger Capacity: 1,777 persons. Standard Crew Capacity: 1,040 persons. Port of Registry (Cunard): Southampton, UK. Port of Registry (Istithmar): Port Vila, Vanuatu. Official Number (Cunard): 336703 Signal Letters (Cunard): G.B.T.T. Fastest Passenger Ship (in service): 1969 – 2008. Engine Room Information (1987-2008): Diesel Engines: 9 x 9 Cylinder (Turbo-Charged) Diesel. Diesel Builders: MAN B&W, Augsburg, West Germany. Electric Motors: 2 x 350 tons, one on each propeller shaft. Boilers: 9x Exhaust Gas. 2x Oil Fired. Output at Propellers: 2 x 44 MW. Propellers: 2x outward turning LIPS Controllable Pitch. Bow thrusters: 2 stone kamewa, 1000 h.p. per unit. Stabilizers: 4 Denny Brown. Fuel consumption: 18.05 tons per hour on 9 diesels. Rudder weight: 80 tons. Forward Anchors : 2 at 12 1/2 tons. Cables: 2 at 4″ x 12 shackles. Aft Anchor: 1 at 7 1/4 tons. Cables: 1 at 3″ x 8 shackles. Some more fun QE2 Facts The Atlantic service speed of QE2 is 28.5 knots, with a top cruising speed of 32.5 knots. QE2 is the fastest passenger ship to sail in the 21st century. Top recorded speed of QE2 was 34 knots during her 1987 sea trials. In 2008, QE2 was sold for $100 million to Istithmar, the investment arm of Dubai World. Queen Elizabeth 2’s launch was celebrated with a public holiday in many countries of the Commonwealth. QE2 was the longest serving flagship of the Cunard Line and the longest serving Cunard Ocean Liner. QE2 had 20 lifeboats and 54 life rafts. QE2 is the last Atlantic Ocean Liner to be built in the United Kingdom. She made 806 transatlantic Crossings. She sailed 5.6 million miles – the furthest distance by any ship, ever! She carried 2.5 million passengers in Cunard service. Queen Elizabeth 2’s anchors weigh 12.5 tons each and there are three of them – 2 forward and 1 aft. You can learn about the Queen Elizabeth 2’s history at my website: https://www.chriscunard.com/qe2/qe2-facts/ -- Image Support: Stock Licenses: Alamy Licensed Imagery Shutter Stock Licensed Video Collections: Cunard Line / Michael Gallagher Imagery including 2025 thumbnail Henderson & Cremer Collection CC.0 Public Domain Sea King: https://tinyurl.com/36nyjxym SS. Canberra: https://tinyurl.com/sscanberra HMS Coventry: https://tinyurl.com/87-05083 HMY Britannia: https://tinyurl.com/hmybritannia CC BY: Royal Standard: CC BY SA 2.0 Magnus D - https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Buckingham_Palace_Royal_Standard_Flag.jpg Audio: Sound Effect by Sound Effect by Eduardo Rodrigues TV Video by motionstock -- Tags: #QE2 #QueenElizabeth2 #QM2 #Cunard #Cruiseline #cruiseship #cruisenews #oceanliner #ship #queenanne