Modern Lifesaving At Sea Aka Life Saving On The Aquitania (1921)

Full title reads: “Modern lifesaving at Sea as carried out on the Cunard Liner, . “AQUITANIA“ (Short Version) Introductory intertitle reads: “The Cunard Company have always carried out the maxim, ’Safety First’“ L/S of the Aquitania at sea. “A view of the boat deck.“ High angle shot of the deck showing lifeboats. “Boat drill, which is carried out on all Cunard liners on sailing, to ensure that every person on board knows their boat station. Ship’s company being instructed in their duties.“ High angle shot of a large number of crew standing on deck with their lifejackets on. Captain walks past to inspect them. C/U of three of the men. One looks like an officer, the others of a more lowly station - they wear flat caps. “Passengers, immediately after embarkation, are allotted boat stations and receive instructions regarding boat drill and how to adjust lifebelts.“ C/U of a sign which reads: “To Boat Station No. 5“. M/S of woman in nurses uniform and others assisting passengers to put on
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