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British ocean liner RMS Olympic is launched.

Historical image related to British ocean liner RMS Olympic is launched. from October 20, 1910

Ocean liner

Ship designed to transport people from one seaport to another

An ocean liner is a type of passenger ship primarily used for transportation across seas or oceans. Ocean liners may also carry cargo or mail, and may sometimes be used for other purposes. The Queen Mary 2 is the only active ocean liner in 2025, serving with Cunard Line.
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RMS Olympic

British Ocean liner (1911–1935)

RMS Olympic was a British ocean liner and the lead ship of the White Star Line's trio of Olympic-class liners. Olympic had a career spanning 24 years from 1911 to 1935, in contrast to her short-lived sister ships, RMS Titanic and the Royal Navy hospital ship HMHS Britannic. This…
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October 20

Day of the year

October 20 is the 293rd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 72 days remain until the end of the year.
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