SS Celtic (2nd)
White Star Line Celtic 1901-1928
One of the original "Big Four" built by Harland and Wolff and launched in 1901. Celtic another one of the unlucky WSL vessels. She ran Atlantic crossing service from 1901-1907. Later served as a WWI armed merchant cruiser and ran upon a German mine then torpedoed, escaping in both instances In 1928 she ran aground near Queenstown, Ireland. Unsuccessful salvage attempts were made in 1933 and she was broken apart where she lay for scrap.
Celtic on the rocks at Queenstown
1917 Third Class breakfast menu card from the Celtic. These menus were printed daily on board ship on pre-printed White Star Line Company stock with raised logos. (Webmaster's collection)
