PROGRESS IN BRITISH SHIPYARDS:

The video covers the establishment of an electro-electric installation and the construction of a new Orient liner at Barrow-in-Furness. It highlights the pre-fabrication process and the christening and launching of the ship named Orchidese by Lady Morshead. The Orchidese is noted for being the largest liner built at Barrow and the biggest post-war merchant ship launched globally. The ship's specifications include a speed of 22.5 knots and accommodation for 1,560 passengers with a crew of over 600. The video concludes with the ship's arrival at the Belcourt shipyard.

What was the focus of Movietone's early documentation in 1946?

• The pre-fabrication of ship components

• The launch of the ship

• The ship's maiden voyage

• The christening ceremony

Who performed the christening of the ship named Orchidese?

• Sir Leslie Morshead

• Lady Morshead

• The ship's captain

• A representative from Movietone

What is the relationship between Lady Morshead and Sir Leslie Morshead?

• Friends

• Spouses

• Colleagues

• Siblings

What is the maximum speed of the Orchidese?

• 20 knots

• 30 knots

• 22 and a half knots

• 25 knots

How many passengers can the Orchidese accommodate?

• 1,200

• 2,000

• 1,000

• 1,560