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Launch of the 'Oceanic', the Largest Vessel Ever Floated
Launch of the 'Oceanic', the Largest Vessel Ever Floated

LAUNCH OF THE 'OCEANIC', THE LARGEST VESSEL EVER FLOATED

Launch of the 'Oceanic'

Directed by William K.L. Dickson
United Kingdom, 1899
Documentary, Short

Synopsis

A magnificent picture of the launching of the ‘Oceanic’, which up to that time was the largest vessel ever floated. The view is taken from a pier out of the water; the vessel coming stern on towards the camera and passing by it.

Synopsis

A magnificent picture of the launching of the ‘Oceanic’, which up to that time was the largest vessel ever floated. The view is taken from a pier out of the water; the vessel coming stern on towards the camera and passing by it.