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SS United States - Wikipedia
United States made her maiden voyage from July 3 to 7, 1952, and broke the eastbound-transatlantic speed record that had been held by RMS Queen Mary for the previous 14 years …
History: The Glory Years — SS United States Conservancy
On July 3rd, 1952, the SS United States set forth on her much-anticipated maiden voyage, timed to coincide with the national Forth of July celebrations.
65 Years Ago Today, the SS United States Began Her Maiden Voyage
On July 3rd, 1952, the SS United States set forth on her much-anticipated maiden voyage, timed to coincide with the national Fourth of July celebrations. America's Flagship returns from her …
SS United States - United States Lines & The Heydays of Trans …
On here first day of the maiden voyage the United States covereds 606 miles at a speed of 34.11 knots (39.8 mph). No ship had ever sailed that fast. Over the next two days the captain kept up …
Fast Facts - SS United States Conservancy
On her maiden voyage, the SS United States shattered the trans-Atlantic speed record in both directions. She was the first American ship in 100 years to capture the coveted Blue Riband …
WATCH: Remembering the SS United States' Maiden Voyage
Jul 3, 2017 · On the anniversary of the SS United States' triumphant maiden voyage, we remember an era in which America's Flagship powerfully symbolized the nation's confidence, …
SS United States Poster | National Museum of American History
The maiden voyage of the SS United States broke all records for a round trip with an average speed of 35.59 knots, or 39.50 miles per hour. The ship’s fastest speed was 38.32 knots, or 44 …
Shipping Magazine: United States, The Maiden Voyage 70 years ago — SS ...
Jun 14, 2022 · Add the prospect of a record-breaking passage on the most prestigious Transocean crossing of them all and it is easy to imagine the thrilling atmosphere that …
[MID-NOVEMBER UPDATE]The History of the SS United States
The SS United States embarked on its maiden voyage on July 3, 1952, from New York to Le Havre, France. During this voyage, it shattered the transatlantic speed record, crossing the …
Remembering United States Lines S/S United States' Maiden Voyage.
Jul 3, 2020 · Today marks the 68th anniversary of the maiden voyage of the SS United States of United States lines. The ship left New York on July 3, 1952 with a full complement of …