Cunard’s True Story Revealed
Welcome On Board. Here you can uncover historic stories that explain why Cunard’s Ocean Liner Queen Mary 2, and cruise ships Queen Victoria, Queen Elizabeth, and Queen Anne get so much attention among the 300+ cruise ships in service today. Since 1999 acclaimed maritime historians Chris Frame & Rachelle Cross have maintained this site. It is your guide over 185 years of Cunard history.
Here, you can explore Cunard ship profiles, view photographs and watch rare video footage, that brings nearly two centuries of maritime history to life. Rediscover legendary liners, such as Britannia, Lusitania, Mauretania, Aquitania, RMS Queen Mary, RMS Queen Elizabeth, as well as the beloved QE2. And discover the truth of Cunard’s past, thanks to pages dedicated to lesser-known ships like Acadia, Etruria, Campania, and the first of the line: Unicorn. Your journey through Cunard’s fleet begins now. See them all here »
Cunard’s Newest Queen Explored
Explore the 249th Cunard ship in our book, Queen Anne: A Photographic Journey. This hard cover book celebrates every aspect of Cunard’s magnificent new Queen. Be among the first to explore Queen Anne’s story. Available now »
A Shipping Journey
We’re incredibly proud of The Evolution of the Passenger Ship, our latest deep dive into maritime history. Written with passion and packed with stunning images, this book charts the fascinating journey of passenger ships from their earliest forms to modern giants. Available now »
Updated Colouring Book
We are re-releasing our Cunard Colouring Book for 2026! The updated version, which hit the shelves in March 2026, features all the current Cunard fleet including Queen Anne. Available now »
The Cunard Story Updated
We’re thrilled to announce the release of the newly updated edition of The Cunard Story. Charting the journey of Cunard from Unicorn of 1840 right up to Queen Anne, this essential volume includes the latest developments at Cunard. Available now »
The Real Cunard Legacy
Cunard’s commitment to a regular, safe transatlantic service brought about a significant shift in society from 1840. For the first time, people could plan their transatlantic journey with confidence, knowing they had a safe and reliable way to cross that vast ocean. Cunard’s consistency influenced countless aspects of daily life, from international business and commerce to the personal travel of millions.
Our history pages will take you on a journey through Cunard’s profound impact on the world. You’ll learn about its visionary founder, Sir Samuel Cunard, witness the establishment of world cruises almost a century later, and discover how the company navigated the perils of war and pandemics. We even touch on Cunard’s era as a hotel and resort operator! Through these stories, you’ll gain insight into the many ways Cunard helped shape the modern world.
