SS United States Philadelphia, PA 19148
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The SS United States is a historic ocean liner located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. This tourist attraction has recently unveiled a full design and redevelopment program to save the ship from eviction. The institution offers digital exhibitions showcasing the ship's connections to American life. The fastest ocean liner to cross the Atlantic, the SS United States has been facing eviction from its dock at Pier 82 in South Philadelphia due to a legal battle over back rent. The conservancy is urgently seeking help from political leaders to save the ship, as eviction could lead to its scrapping or sinking. The caretakers have reached out to President Joe Biden and other government officials for support in securing alternative dockage for the vessel. Visit the SS United States to learn more about its history and join the efforts to save America's Flagship.
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"One of the great ship of her time. Looks like TITANIC"
"In the 50’s and 60’s I traversed the Atlantic aboard the SS United States with my family several times. I remember it as an experience to be cherished all my life. She was such a beautiful and comfortable ship. Over the years I have followed her whereabouts. Happy that she found a home in Philadelphia, but sad that she still awaits restoration. My thanks to the Conservatory group for keeping her alive until investors can turn her into the destination she deserves. That would be a dream come true. I would love somehow being a part of her repurposing. The SS United States is not just another ship, she is truly a legend that should be preserved. Darrell Frazier Frisco, Texas"
"I parked across the street on a Monday morning and the traffic wasn’t too bad to cross. Got some pics of the great old ship. Would love to see it up close some day."
"Amazing piece of American history just wasting away on the Delaware River in Philadelphia. I've been taking pictures of this ship and stopping to see it every time I'm near. Absolutely amazing and bigger than you could imagine."
"I hope she can be saved. And it would be amazing to see her run again under her own power---she set speed records and the fact that her top speed remains classified adds to her mystique. If nothing else she is a monument, a museum showcasing maritime mechanical engineering just as transatlantic ship travel waned. I met a gentleman that served on her while in the Merchant Marine. His bunk was just above one of her propellers and when she was at speed he said it was deafening. Having asked him about her speed he recounted how, during one crossing, that the crew and passengers were warned of a hurricane in the ship's path and that was the single time he served on her where he recalled her going near full speed. He said it was an awesome feeling having something that big moving that fast and being on it and feeling it. I saw her from a distance while down from New York visiting other Philly sites, including USS Olympia, another marvel that I hope remains safe and in good shape for future generations. I'm reminded of SS United States often because I frequently walk past one of her screws, which is stored in the parking lot of the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in NYC, just three blocks from the very piers that her shipping line called home."
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