Titanic's bow

Preparations are almost complete for the launch of Titanic on 31 May 1911.

As this photograph shows, a grandstand for spectators was erected beneath Titanic's towering bow, in preparation for the launch.    Horses can be seen standing patiently in the shafts of their carts. 

High on the deck a few shipyard workers look down from the great ship they have helped to build. 

The name ‘Titanic’ has been enhanced by the photographer on his glass plate negative.