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SS 'Great Western' (1837) transatlantic paddle steamer designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Engraving 1882

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4293 x 4088 px | 36.3 x 34.6 cm | 14.3 x 13.6 inches | 300dpi

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World History Archive

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SS 'Great Western' (1837) transatlantic paddle steamer designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Engraving 1882

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