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On June 23, 1951, the SS United States was launched and christened, marking a significant milestone in maritime history. This iconic ocean liner, designed by the renowned naval architect William Francis Gibbs, represented the pinnacle of American shipbuilding prowess and was a symbol of national pride during the post-World War II era. The SS United... Continue Reading →
Amerigo Vespucci, an Italian explorer whose name became synonymous with the New World, played a pivotal role in the age of exploration. His life story intertwines with the discovery and mapping of the Americas, leaving a legacy that would forever change the course of history. Born on March 9, 1454, in Florence, Italy, Amerigo Vespucci... Continue Reading →
Let's time travel back to February 2, 1709. Picture this: The blue expanse of the Pacific Ocean, the sails of the Duke, a British privateering ship, billowing in the sea breeze. On board, Captain Woodes Rogers and his crew spot a figure on the Juan Fernández Islands, off the coast of Chile. Can you believe... Continue Reading →
The Mary Celeste remains one of the most enduring mysteries of the sea, an enigma that has captivated historians, scientists, and the public for over a century. Discovered adrift on December 4, 1872, in the Atlantic Ocean, the brigantine was found in a disconcerting state: her crew had vanished, yet the ship herself was largely... Continue Reading →
The Cutty Sark, a name that resonates with maritime history, stands as an enduring symbol of the age of sail. Launched on November 22, 1869, from Dumbarton, Scotland, this clipper ship was one of the last and fastest of her kind, designed for the tea trade between China and Britain. Her name, derived from Robert... Continue Reading →
The sinking of the Andrea Doria was a tragic maritime disaster that occurred on July 25, 1956. The Andrea Doria was an Italian ocean liner named after the 16th-century Genoese admiral Andrea Doria. It was considered one of the most luxurious and advanced passenger ships of its time, operating on the Genoa-to-New York route. The... Continue Reading →
The SS Eastland tragedy was a maritime disaster that occurred on July 24, 1915, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. The SS Eastland was a passenger ship that was docked on the Chicago River and was set to take employees and their families from the Western Electric Company on a chartered excursion to Michigan City, Indiana. As... Continue Reading →
Wilhelm Gustloff, German ocean liner that was sunk by a Soviet submarine on January 30, 1945. An estimated 9,000 passengers were killed in the sinking, making it the greatest maritime disaster in history. Learn more about the sinking of the Wilhelm Gustloff in this article. Source: Wilhelm Gustloff | History, Casualties, & Facts | Britannica
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