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     • No. Unfortunately, the vessel’s fittings were all dismantled in the 1980s and 1990s by previous owners of the vessel for financial gain and to remove building materials popular in the 1950s that were later deemed hazardous.
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   Could SS United States return to New York?

   • Conceptual rendering of a redeveloped SS United States docked along Manhattan’s west side. NEW YORK, NY – The SS United States, America’s Flagship, could return home to New York as a transformative economic development project unveiled today by the SS United States Conservancy, the owner of the famed vessel.

   Transformative Plan Unveiled to Save America's Flagship — SS United

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   Why is SS United States donating a ship?

   • The nonprofit organization and its development team are prepared to donate the ship and the design and engineering work completed to date to expedite progress in securing a prime location for the vessel’s revitalization. “The SS United States symbolizes the nation’s ambition and innovation.

   Transformative Plan Unveiled to Save America's Flagship — SS United

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   What is the SS United States known for?

   • The SS United States, known as “America’s Flagship,” represents a pinnacle of American naval engineering. It was designed to be convertible to a troop ship if needed, capable of transporting 14,000 troops for 10,000 miles without refueling. The ship set speed records on its maiden voyage in 1952, using only two-thirds of its power.

   Okaloosa County to acquire SS United States for world’s largest

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   What if SS United States didn't sink?

   • If a new berthing site is not found, SS United States may no longer be able to claim the title “Most Famous Ship that Didn’t Sink.” John Grady, a former managing editor of Navy Times, retired as director of communications for the Association of the United States Army.

   The Fate of the ‘Most Famous Ship that Didn’t Sink ... - USNI News

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   Will Okaloosa County sell SS United States for scrap?

   • The newspaper quoted Nick Tomecek, Okaloosa County’s public information officer, saying the county is working with the SS United States Conservancy, and “until a deal is finalized it would be inappropriate to make any additional comment.” The other option would be to sell SS United States for scrap.

   The Fate of the ‘Most Famous Ship that Didn’t Sink ... - USNI News

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   Why is the SS United States so important?

   • Although the Jet Age silenced her engines in 1969, the SS United States continues to represent an inspiring synthesis of post-war technological innovation, mid-century modern design, as well as the nation’s enduring ambition, resilience, and optimism.

   Transformative Plan Unveiled to Save America's Flagship — SS United

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3. www.nbcphiladelphia.com › news › localDeal reached to turn SS United States into artificial reef ...

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   5 days ago · A deal has been reached to allow a county in Florida to purchase the SS United States. The fate of the SS United States is a done deal. After more than two years of legal battles between the SS ...

4. cruiseindustrynews.com › cruise-news › 2024SS United States Title Transferred, Work Starts to Move Ship

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   2 days ago · October 14, 2024. The SS United States Conservancy has transferred the title of the SS United States to Okaloosa County and preparations are already underway to move the ship. According to a press release issued by the not-for-profit organization, the transfer is part of a court-ordered mediation settlement. The Florida county is already moving ...

5. www.phillyvoice.com › ss-united-states-settlementSS United States will officially head to Florida for ...

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   4 days ago · Oskaloosa will pay $10 million to turn the ship into an artificial reef. In the conclusion of a years-long legal battle, the SS United States will officially leave Pier 82 in South Philly for ...

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7. news.usni.org › 2024/09/06 › the-fate-of-the-mostThe Fate of the 'Most Famous Ship that Didn't Sink' Unclear ...

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   Sep 6, 2024 · The Oskaloosa County Board of Commissioners delayed a vote on its budget Tuesday that would have met the court-set deadline for the ship to leave or pay Penn Warehousing’s higher rental fees, The Philadelphia Inquirer reported. The county would pay $9 million to buy, move and then sink the liner to become the reef off Fort Walton Beach-Destin, Fla.

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   Nov 2, 2023 · The SS United States, America’s Flagship, could return home to New York as a transformative economic development project unveiled today by the SS United States Conservancy , the owner of the famed vessel.

9. www.getthecoast.com › okaloosa-county-to-acquire-ssOkaloosa County to acquire SS United States for world’s ...

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   Aug 30, 2024 · Okaloosa County has signed an agreement to purchase the SS United States, the historic ocean liner that holds the record for the fastest Atlantic crossing, with plans to create the world’s largest artificial reef off the coast of Destin-Fort Walton Beach.

10. www.cruisehive.com › florida-county-appears-readyFlorida County Appears Ready to Buy Iconic SS United States

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    Oct 3, 2024 · The future of the iconic ocean liner SS United States may be coming into focus after years of legal battles regarding overdue rent payments at the Philadelphia pier where the derelict ship is...