Queen Elizabeth 2 Transatlantic November 2, 1980

Photographs by Theodore W. Scull

On this day - November 2nd, 1980 - the liner QUEEN ELIZABETH 2 is preparing to sail,
reversing into the North River and heading on an eastbound transatlantic crossing to Cherbourg (Nov 7) and Southampton (Nov 8).

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QUEEN ELIZABETH 2 at Berth 1, New York City Passenger Ship Terminal.

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The great steam turbines begin to move the liner.

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QE2, assisted as usual by Moran tugs, begins to depart.

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QE2, moves out into the North River.

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The early November sun fades as QE2 sails.

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The great liner moves down the river as the sun sets.