The SS United States, a nearly 1,000-foot (305-meter) vessel that shattered the trans-Atlantic speed record on its maiden voyage in 1952, is going through a monthslong scouring at the Port of Mobile ...

Currently docked in Alabama, the ship is actively undergoing preparations for sinking, making her time-limited and urgent for preservation efforts. The SS United States holds a significant place ...

The coalition argues sinking the ship not only destroys historical artifacts, but claims the SS United States is protected under the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. They also raise ...

Between its bow and stern, legends such as Duke Ellington played music for passengers like Salvador Dali, Marilyn Monroe, Bob ...

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After sitting abandoned for nearly three decades, the SS United States will soon find new purpose as it’s intentionally sunk off the coast of Florida’s Gulf to become ...

Curious about the SS United States' engines? Learn what powered this legendary ocean liner and how it broke speed records.

Hinesville Ga. (WTOC) - The SS United States has entered the Gulf on its way to becoming the world’s largest artificial reef off Florida’s Panhandle. Over the weekend, the vessel passed through the ...

A piece of maritime history, the SS United States, is set to become the world's largest artificial reef, destined for the depths of Florida's Gulf Coast. However, the ocean liner's final resting place ...