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above The Titanic,

newly dry-docked,

shows a view of

her shell plating at

the bilge area. The

propeller boss collar

nut is in place to

protect the thread,

while the tapered

portion appears

somewhat dull as

it may have been

sheathed in tallow

and canvas before the

launch to preserve

its machined surface.

(UFTM)

above Titanics starboard tail shaft is fitted just before her la

the rudder has been secured by braces in order to keep it in t

position during the launch. The man on the shafts end is sittin

taper and leaning over the propeller boss, securing the nut. Th

has to be put into place to protect the threads, is of a round c

about six holes in it so the nut might be tightened with a tomm

spanner. Halfway along the shaft may be seen the bowler hat

in charge of the gang, standing behind the shaft. (UFTM H185

rightA close-up

view of the central

propeller shaft housingafter plating. In the

background can be

seen the port main

engine propeller shaft

housing and boss arm.

(The Shipbuilder)

belowTheOlympics centre propeller slung by chains. Note

of the taper nearer the camera and the shafts keyway slot at

position. (UFTM H1457)