Maritime History Lectures

Chris Frame delivers engaging and informative maritime history presentations, drawing on his extensive knowledge of ocean liners and cruise ships from the 1830s to the present day. His 45-minute presentations explore the fascinating intersection of maritime history and world events.

Popular Lecture Topics:

  • Evolution of Passenger Ship Design
  • Cunard Line History
  • The Original Cunard Queens
  • White Star Line History
  • Changing Uses of Passenger Ships (mail, immigration, tourism, cruising)
  • Ocean Liners in World War I & II
  • P&O and Orient Line History
  • Maritime Disasters (Titanic, Lusitania)
  • The Pandemic’s Impact on Cruising

Speaking Experience:

Chris has lectured extensively worldwide, including aboard QE2 during her farewell season, on numerous cruise ships, and at prestigious maritime museums such as the Australian National Maritime Museum and SeaCity Museum in Southampton. He has presented for the World Ship Society, and has been engaged by numerous cruise lines including Cunard, P&O and Celebrity. He is also a sought-after keynote speaker at conferences and events.

Testimonials:

“It is always a joy to have Chris with us… exploring the incredible stories of the great liners in a down-to-earth and clear way.”

Andy Skinner | SeaCity Museum

“Chris is a wonderfully engaging speaker, with a wealth of knowledge on all things maritime… thoroughly captivating them with his tales of Cruise Ships in the past.”

Colleen Mangan | Cancer Council

“Club members have enjoyed his presentations… Chris knows his subjects well and illustrates his talks with visuals to hold the listener’s interest.”

Dawn Palm | Rotary Club President

“…a very knowledgeable and engaging speaker… The audience thoroughly enjoyed Chris’ talk.”

Margaret Brooker | City Libraries

“…Chris Frame talk[ed] to our group, several times… a very competent & entertaining speaker. Chris’ presentations are always well prepared & most importantly take into account the age & interests of his audience.”

Beryl Channer | President U3A

Book a Lecture:

For inquiries about booking Chris Frame for a maritime history lecture, click here to get in touch.