Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - SS United States (2019)
SS United States is a retired ocean liner built in 1950–51 for the United States Lines at a cost of US$79.4 million. The ship is the largest ocean liner constructed entirely in the United States and the fastest ocean liner to cross the Atlantic in either direction, retaining the Blue Riband for the highest average speed since her maiden voyage in 1952. She was designed by American naval architect William Francis Gibbs and could be converted into a troopship if required by the Navy in time of war. The United States maintained an uninterrupted schedule of transatlantic passenger service until 1969 and was never used as a troopship.
The ship has been sold several times since the 1970s, with each new owner trying unsuccessfully to make the liner profitable. Eventually, the ship's fittings were sold at auction, and hazardous wastes, including asbestos panels throughout the ship, were removed, leaving her almost completely stripped by 1994. Two years later, she was towed to Pier 82 on the Delaware River, in Philadelphia, where she remains today.
Since 2009, a preservation group called the SS United States Conservancy has been raising funds to save the ship. The group purchased her in 2011 and has drawn up several unrealized plans to restore the ship, one of which included turning the ship into a multi-purpose waterfront complex. In 2015, as its funds dwindled, the group began accepting bids to scrap the ship; however, sufficient donations came in via extended fundraising. Large donations have kept the ship berthed at its Philadelphia dock while the group continues to further investigate restoration plans.
The SS United States, Philadelphia Pennsylvania
The great ship, Blue Riband holder, awaits the fate of the scrapyard.
Plans for Iconic SS United States Cruise Ship in Philly Could Make a Big Splash | NBC10 Philadelphia
After spending more than two decades anchored in Philadelphia, a retired ocean liner is preparing to make waves once again.
The SS United States, which holds the record for the fastest maritime journey across the Atlantic Ocean, has been docked at Philadelphia's Pier 82 on the Delaware River since 1996.
Since then, several plans to revitalize the cruise liner have sputtered. But that could soon change.
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Exploring Decaying SS United States Ocean liner Ship
Urban Exploration : Exploring Decaying SS United States Ocean Liner Ship
A few months ago, I was given the opportunity to check out the decaying SS Unites States Ocean liner. This ocean liner has been sitting in Philadelphia Pennsylvania since 1996. This ship is currently off limits to the public. It is located on a private shipyard shared with the US Govt. I had to undergo background checks to even step foot on the port. Exploring this one without permission is straight up impossible so DO NOT ATTEMPT!
The SS United States is one of the last remaining Ocean Liners. SSUS was part of the United States Lines Fleet. The ships first maiden voyage was in 1952. The ship is about 990 feet long (5 City Blocks) and it is built by famous naval architect, William Gibbs. The SS United States was built different then other ocean liners during this time period. The ship was built with a mixture of steel and aluminum. Steel was used at the bow and on the lower decks as the entire upper desk was constructed of aluminum. The ship was also designed to be fireproof. No wood was used anywhere on the ship. Even the piano was designed with special fireproof wood. Mr. Gibbs designed the ship this way as the United States Govt wanted a ship that was safe and fast. Boy was she. The SS United States broke the speed record of 40-45MPH. It still holds the record today as the fastest Ocean Liner to ever cross the Atlantic Ocean. The US Govt second request was to have a ship built in the same quality as a naval ship. This was requested just incase World War III was to happen. The ship could've converted and transport 15,000 troops to Europe. The SS United States had areas for three classes, First Class, Cabin Class, and Tourist Class. Each class had access to certain areas of the ship. Many famous people traveled to and from the United States on this ship. However in the 60s, transportation across the Atlantic Ocean by plane was much faster. This in turn destroyed the ocean liners profit. Many ships like the Queen Mary, SS America, SS France, started to seize operations due to less interest. The SS United States last journey was in 1969. This massive ship never sailed on it own power again. It ended up being moved to Virginia under a new owner. All of the interior furniture was auctioned off. Some of the interior furniture including the ships horn can be found in museums. In the early 1990s, the ship was sent to Turkey to have its entire interior walls stripped to it bare bones due to asbestos. Then in 1996, the ship arrived to Philadelphia in hopes to be a riverfront Casino / Hotel. Those plans however fell through and the SS United States went through more owners. The ship was about to be scrapped until the SS United States Conservatory bought the ship. The owner of the group is the great granddaughter of William Gibbs, the creator of this ship. They been actively trying to find a owner to restore the ship. Many people are interested, just nothing has been finalized. They rely off donations to keep the ship docked which cost them 50,000 Us Dollars a month. Donations are keeping this ship afloat. If you would like to make a donation to help save the ship, go to to make a donation.
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Flying over the abandoned SS United States
Sailing from 1952 to 1969, the great SS United States now sits alone in South Philadelphia fading away while efforts to restore it seem to fall short time after time. Meet my father who photographed it in 1953 as my son and I venture down to its docking location to get some up close footage with the DJI Spark.
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SS United States: Philadelphia Tour
The SS UNITED STATES has been sitting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania since 1996. She has not moved from this spot since then, and not much has changed.
Recently, the Big U (as she is affectionately known) has been bought by the S.S. United States Conservancy (which has worked for years on creating a viable future for the ship). Efforts are being made by the Concervancy, and other groups, to covert her into a tourist attraction in New York City.
While she awaits this potential, though tentitive, future, her massive superstructure reminds us that through the chipping paint of a rusting ecomony, is a glistening new coat. Behind the rusting hull and discolored smokestacks is a piece of Americana as strong and sturdy as the day she first sailed.
The SS United States is a symbol of America's unity, history, and innovation. This dignity is a key reason why there is such an effort to save her. Bringing this piece of American heritage back to life should restore American pride and integrity.
Her life is not yet complete.
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SS United States as seen from a distance Philadelphia PA
A quick view of the SS United States as seen from a distance on interstate 95 and the Walt Whitman bridge in Philadelphia PA. I do not really show any up close views (just one), the. Idea is really just about seeing it at a distance... the ship is on private property at Pier 82 and can only be viewed up close with special permission so if you wish to see the ship, please respect the boundaries and stay behind the fence. This is for your safety so please do not trespass. You can safely see the ship from the sidewalk on Columbus Blvd. You can go right up to the chain link fence but the view depends on if anything is blocking the ship behind the fence as this is an active pier. You can also view the ship from the shopping center across the street... there are some great views from the Chick-Fil-A. I generally drive over there for a gander every year or so, but mostly I see it from the express or bridge as shown in this video.... Every time I see the SS United States it never fails to capture my imagination. I truly hope that this ship will survive the scrap yard and have a lasting future!!
Abandoned - S.S. United States
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Today I wanted to take a look at the iconic, American ocean liner, resting abandoned in Philadelphia. After hundreds of attempts to turn this decaying vessel into anywhere from a luxury family cruise ship, to office space for tech companies, lets look at the fascinating history of the SS United States.
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SS United States Interior and exterior
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SS United States moored in Philadelphia
Aerial view of this once proud beauty.
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Exploring SS United States Series - Part Four
Exploring SS United States Series
Welcome to Part 4 of a 5 part series on this magnificent ocean liner known as the SS United States. If you missed part one, please go watch it first!!! The sad and empty look of this once historical and well known ocean liner has been sitting in a state of decay for over 20 years. With its maiden voyage in 1952, it only lasted 17 years before airlines became the more popular way to travel overseas. However, Crystal Cruise lines might invest in this sad ocean liner and it might once sail again. Currently in Philadelphia, I walked the massive 990 foot long vessel, with permission, to give you a more in depth look of what the SS united States looks like inside. Make sure you stay with me as I will have Part Five out later. Enjoy
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SS United States, Failed Renovation
SS United States is a retired ocean liner built in 1950–51 for the United States Lines. The ship is the largest ocean liner constructed entirely in the United States. She was also the fastest ocean liner to cross the Atlantic, gaining the Blue Riband award in 1952. In 1996 he was towed to Pier 82 on the Delaware River, in Philadelphia, where she remains today, slowly rusting away. In 2016, Crystal Cruises announced that it had signed a purchase option for the SS United States. Crystal conducted a feasibility study on returning the ship to service as a cruise ship. Later the plan was formally dropped, Crystal Cruises cited the presence of too many technical and commercial challenges. This slide show features the renderings of the Crystal concept. (Images courtesy of Crystal Cruises).
South Philadelphia PA,...Ikea store & SS United States Ocean Liner
The South Philly IKEA is one of my favorite stores for shopping and a quick & reasonable meal. Was a cool mid 50's and windy day when I shoot this...
SS United States is a luxury passenger liner built in 1952 for the United States Lines designed to capture the trans-Atlantic speed record. Built at a cost of $78 million the ship is the largest ocean liner constructed entirely in the United States, the fastest ocean liner to cross the Atlantic in either direction, and retains in her retirement the Blue Riband given to the passenger liner crossing the Atlantic Ocean in regular service with the record highest speed. Her construction was partially subsidized by the United States government, the ship was designed to allow conversion to a troop carrier should the need have arisen. United States operated uninterrupted in transatlantic passenger service until 1969; since 1996 she has been docked at Pier 82 on the Delaware River in Philadelphia.
World´s fastest Ocean Liner | S.S. UNITED STATES at Philadelphia | Lady in waiting
S.S. United States is the world´s fastest ocean liner, built in 1952 designed to capture the trans-Atlantic speed record with maximum speed up to 43 Knots. United States had also the worlds most powerful steam turbines of any marine vessel, with a total power of 280.000 HP. Length 302 m, Beam 31 m, Tonnage 53.330 GT.
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SS United States is a luxury passenger liner built in 1952 for United States Lines. It was designed by American naval architect William Francis Gibbs to capture the trans-Atlantic speed record.
Built at a cost of $79.4 million ($725 million in today's dollars)[1] the ship is the largest ocean liner constructed entirely in the US and the fastest ocean liner to cross the Atlantic in either direction. Even in her retirement, she retains the Blue Riband, the accolade given to the passenger liner crossing the Atlantic Ocean in regular service with the highest speed.
Her construction was subsidized by the US government, since she was designed to allow conversion to a troopship should the need arise.[10] United States operated uninterrupted in transatlantic passenger service until 1969. Since 1996 she has been docked at Pier 82 on the Delaware River in Philadelphia.
Save the SS United States
The SS United States, docked and out of service in Philadelphia Pennsylvania.
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SS United States Drive-By
What the SS United States looks like when you drive past it going South holding a video camera in one hand while trying to steer and keep eyes on the road.
UNITED STATES MAIDEN VOYAGE
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SS United States Conservatory Makes Deal With RXR Realty To Save Ship
SS United States Conservatory Makes Deal With RXR Realty To Save Ship The SS United States may have just come up with a life line to keep her away from the scrap yard. RXR Realty has agreed to fund and reserch a way to save the ship and make it a key part of a potential waterfront development project. The SS United States Conservatory played a huge part in keep the dream alive to preserve the ship and her history by making this deal with the real estate developer. #SSUnitedStates #SSUnitedStatesConservatory #RXRRealty
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