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Diversity of Ships: The variety of ships, What drives the ship?, Ships of ancient times, Ships in the age of sail, Ships of the steam age, Ships of today

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Southampton - Gateway to the World

Discover the story of merchant shipping and port life in Southampton. Our archive contains over 10,000 photographs, maps, sound clips, documents, games and other objects. Use the Search box (top right of every page) to find items.

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Jobs at sea Life at sea

Discover why some people choose to work at sea: the chance to travel, to get responsible jobs early or the only way they can support themselves?
Southampton Speaks Southampton Speaks

Hear the stories of people who worked, lived and played near the port of Southampton and at sea.


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9 February 1982
P&O ships `Elke` and `Canberra` depart from Southampton, requisitioned for the Falklands War.


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9 February 1982
P&O ships `Elke` and `Canberra` depart from Southampton, requisitioned for the Falklands War.
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