HOME NEWS - THE ""MARY STARTS POST WAR CAREER

The transcript covers the transformation of the Queen Mary from a troop transport to a luxury liner after an eight-month refit. Captain Illingworth speaks about the ship's first voyage post-reconditioning. The Queen Mary has a notable war record, having transported over 760,000 servicemen. Her reconversion is one of the largest projects undertaken on a merchant ship. With both the Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth back in service, Britain offers a premier passenger service between Southampton and New York, contributing to the economy.

What was the primary transformation the Queen Mary underwent?

• From a fishing vessel to a military ship

• From a cargo ship to a cruise ship

• From a troop transport to a luxury liner

• From a passenger ship to a cargo ship

How many servicemen did the Queen Mary safely transport during the war?

• Over 500,000

• Over 760,000

• Over 1,000,000

• Over 250,000

What was notable about the Queen Mary's reconversion?

• It was the fastest reconversion ever

• It was one of the largest projects of its kind on a merchant ship

• It was the first reconversion of a troop transport

• It was completed in record time

What service do the Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth provide upon their return?

• A luxury cruise around Europe

• A cargo shipping service

• A military transport service

• A regular Southampton to New York passenger service

What economic benefit is highlighted with the return of the Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth?

• Increased tourism in Britain

• Boost in local employment

• Earning dollars from the service

• Reduction in shipping costs