The hymn expresses a longing to draw closer to God. This longing persists even through suffering. ‘E’en though it be a cross that raiseth me, still all my song shall be, nearer, my God, to Thee.’
The MV Britannic was the largest motor vessel ever built when she was launched in 1930. She was the last liner to carry the livery of the White Star line until her final voyage to the scrapyard in 1960. She was also why I fell in love with ocean travel and the great liners of the 1930s.
As the little Cunarder passed the Ambrose Light, she was gradually surrounded by every type of small craft imaginable, all keen to see, despite the rain, the ship that had brought back the last remnants of the Titanic’s maiden voyage.
• The violin was recovered from Hartley’s body, found in a leather case strapped to him. It was later returned to Maria Robinson, who preserved it as a memento of their love.
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