Ocean Liners had been fueled by coal for decades, but after World War I, ships were slowly converted from coal to oil. It was a significant investment for shipping companies, but the benefits outweighed the costs. Find out what the pros and cons were of oil-fired ships versus coal-fired ship as well as what the extensive conversion process entailed.

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Sources:

- “Down Amongst the Black Gang,” by Richard de Kerbrech

- “Titanic Hero: The Autobiography of Captain Rostron of the Carpathia,” by Arthur Rostron

- “The Only Way to Cross,” by John Maxtone-Graham

- “RMS Titanic: Owners’ Workshop Manual,” by David F. Hutchings and Richard de Kerbrech. Haynes.


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