Launch of ORIANA at Barrow-in-Furness

In: Emigration to Australia; Part of our Themed Galleries gallery

Date:
3 November 1959

Medium:
Black & White Print

Description:
The launch of ORIANA at Vickers-Armstrong yard in Barrow-in-Furness. ORIANA was built in response to the growing demand for the emigrant trade to Australia.

Featured Ship:
ORIANA (1960)

Shipping Line:
ORIENT STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY LTD.