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Cliff Ismay

@titanic401.bsky.social

Author, Titanic & Maritime researcher, and Museum Director

49 Followers  |  52 Following  |  23 Posts  |  Joined: 17.11.2024  |  1.6012

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I'm travelling down to West Country this weekend to sign copies of my book Understanding J Bruce Ismay, at the White Star Heritage exhibition, West Point Arena, Exeter. If you're nearby, why not call in and say hi? I would love to meet you!!

20.10.2025 14:58 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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I'll be in Manchester Central Exhibition Centre between 6th & 7th August signing copies of my book Understanding J Bruce Ismay. Why not call in and say hi!

02.08.2025 15:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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This new Titanic film will be aired on ITV Channel 4, 17 May. Filmed in Belfast & Southern Ireland by Afro-Mik productions this film may answer some intriguing Titanic questions you wanted to ask!

09.05.2025 19:07 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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113 years ago today Titanic left Southampton for her maiden and final voyage. The world's largest ship would never reach her destination - New York.

10.04.2025 12:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Titanic: Ship of Dreams: 1. The Biggest Ship in the World At a dinner party in Londonโ€™s Belgrave Square, two men discuss plans for a luxury ocean liner like nothing ever seen.ย The finest designers and craftsmen begin work in Belfast.ย A soon to be reti...

The long awaited podcast series Titanic: Ship of Dreams was published today. I'm honoured to have contributed!

08.04.2025 14:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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'No Hero But No Coward: J. Bruce Ismay' with Clifford Ismay Review It Yourself ยท Episode

Hats off to Sean of 'Review It Yourself' podcast. you may be surprised at what you can learn.

05.04.2025 17:42 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Titanic 113 years is almost here. Available in most bookshops including Amazon

28.03.2025 14:08 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I haven't heard about the TX date yet, but I'm guessing they're waiting until September.

18.12.2024 21:37 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Joseph Bruce Ismay born on this day in history, 12 December 1862. You can read the complete story of Bruce in Understanding J Bruce Ismay 'The True Story of The Man They Called The Coward of Titanic Available from Online retailers, including Amazon ~ Barnes & Noble ~ Waterstones ~ The History Press

12.12.2024 16:59 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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I'm humbled when readers are motivated to send their reading pics. "Understanding J. Bruce Ismay" offers an intriguing exploration into the complex life of the man who became infamous for his role in the Titanic disaster.

02.12.2024 15:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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You never know who you will meet when walking the Cumbrian fells...

02.12.2024 15:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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One of my favourite places for some lovely R&R. Ennerdale Bridge, Cumbria

02.12.2024 14:48 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Sunset over the Solway, seen from Workington

24.11.2024 17:11 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Derwentwater seen from Borrowdale Valley, with Bassenthwaite Lake in the far distance. โค๏ธ

24.11.2024 16:59 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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A little chilly in parts of Cumbria

23.11.2024 19:23 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 7    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Bassingthwaite Lake, Cumbria. Hooked many a pike here. All returned to the water (naturally) ๐Ÿ™„

22.11.2024 12:31 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Getting my feet wet when taking a snap of Ashness Bridge, Borrowdale Valley in Cumbria. Ashness is one of the most photographed bridges in the UK.

22.11.2024 12:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Today I asked AI to draw a picture of RMS Titanic. AI created a lovely picture, but with a few inaccuracies. Can anyone spot the mistakes?

20.11.2024 20:52 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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What did you have for lunch?

19.11.2024 16:50 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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How did children pass time on Titanic?

19.11.2024 16:49 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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A lovely end to the day at Keswick Lake. AKA Derwentwater.

19.11.2024 16:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The current state of my Titanic book collection! Now, where's MY book?

19.11.2024 16:35 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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