SS Great Britain - Wikipedia
WEBSS Great Britain is a museum ship and former passenger steamship that was advanced for her time. She was the largest passenger ship in the world from 1845 to 1853. She was designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel (1806–1859), for the Great Western Steamship Company 's transatlantic service between Bristol and New York City.
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WEBDiscover the ship that changed the world at Brunel's SS Great Britain. Bristol's number one attraction. Book your tickets now!
How to visit the SS Great Britain, Bristol’s historic ship
WEBFew tourist attractions are quite as iconic as the SS Great Britain. Dominating the skyline of Bristol Harbour, this historic vessel was once the largest passenger ship in the world, and was one of Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s biggest projects.
SS Great Britain - World History Encyclopedia
WEBFeb 16, 2023 · The SS Great Britain was a steam-powered ship designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel (1806-1859) which sailed on its maiden voyage from Liverpool to New York in May 1845. It was the largest passenger ship in the world at the time and showed that giant metal steamships were faster and more energy-efficient than smaller wooden vessels.
SS Great Britain - History and Facts | History Hit
WEBMar 3, 2021 · The SS Great Britain was a passenger steamship designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel: she was the first iron steamer to cross the Atlantic. Today, she is a museum ship residing on the harbourside in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Your Visit - SS Great Britain
WEBWe are excited to welcome you on board Brunel’s SS Great Britain. We’re much more than just a ship. We’ve also got two interactive museums, a historic dockyard and a dry dock to explore – sure to provide a fun-filled day out for all.
SS Great Britain, Isambard Kingdom Brunel's steamship - Historic UK
WEBA recent popular poll placed Isambard Kingdom Brunel as the second Greatest Briton of all time, second after Sir Winston Churchill. He was without doubt Britain’s greatest engineer, and of all the legacies he left to the world, …
The Ship - SS Great Britain
WEBSitting proudly on the glass ‘sea’, Brunel’s SS Great Britain dominates Bristol’s historic waterfront. Dressed with flags and ready for departure, just as the ship looked when it was launched in 1843, our friendly team are ready to welcome visitors on board.
The launch of SS Great Britain - The History Press
WEBJul 16, 2018 · On a showery summer morning in 1843 excited onlookers poured into the city of Bristol eager to witness the ‘floating out’ of Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s revolutionary new ship – SS Great Britain. The date was 19 July 1843, exactly four years to the day since the start of the ship’s construction.
Brunel's SS Great Britain - All You Need to Know BEFORE
WEBBrunel's SS Great Britain. 8,243 reviews. #2 of 246 things to do in Bristol. Speciality Museums. Closed now. Write a review. About. Step back in time when you board Brunel’s SS Great Britain. Discover the true stories behind the ship that changed the world.
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