HAMBURG: 1969 - 1970 Mediterranean brochure w/ cutaway, deck plans & interiorsGerman Atlantic A twenty four page brochure for the HAMBURG's 1970 fall cruise to the Mediterranean. The "meat" for us collectors comes at the beginning where a portrait at sea shows off the HAMBURG's lovely lines and sparkling white and red livery. There are several pages of interiors photos, then pages of destination info and itineraries. The "meat" continues towards the back where there is a detailed two page cut away, followed by several pages of

Along the left are three photos: Passenger Verandah

The twelve-page brochure promotes crossing eastbound on the INDEPENDENCE or CONSTITUTION

a wood-lined cabin

this one for the S

The brochure opens to Fred Hoertz's handsome portrait of the ships

Also in color is a portrait of the gorgeous ship

plus a two-page portrait in the center

In 1984 the ship was sold to South Africa's Safmarine

thirsty old ships by the thousands where discarded

Panama Line: Three colorful maiden voyage cachets for Panama Line's sleek trio of 1939 - PANAMA

Six decks covering both First and Tourist classes are shown in large scale

Photos from the newly renovated EMPRESS OF FRANCE show the Tourist Class Lounge