Built by Vickers-Armstrong for P & O, and launched on 4. April 1935. Each of her twin screws was driven by a set of trurbines with single reduction gear, designed to give her a speed of 20 knots.
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"P&O Liner "Strathmore" brings six released Dutch Generals to Australia. The "Strathmore" photographed upon her arrival at Melbourne from Colombo".
Recent view of Strathmore model at sea, note passengers on mid-deck port. 1/96 scale RC model which sails and performs the best of my 3 liners.
Model lifeboats come from www.microglass.net
23428 grt. Built Barrow 1935,
Sold 1963 to Greek owners renamed Marianna Latsi then Henrietta Latsi. Broken up Spezia 1969.
Photo in Colombo May 1951 Box Brownie