It was eventual that Sailing ships were coming to an end as far as commercial and economical reasons are concerned. After all Sailing ships required high maintenance and labor intensive to operate. When the William D Lawrence came out , Steamers have been already in service operating in rivers and channels for a few decades already with the some propeller driven Steamships making Trans-Atlantic crossings.
But Sailing ships are still enjoyed as some are still operating and preserved as training ships, special event , ambassadorial and public relations exhibitions.
And, I found the Onedin Line Series on YouTube
Thanks @goldrooster
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