Ocean Liner, Once World's Fastest, Sinks After 70 Years. Here's Why
The historic S.S. United States ocean liner was intentionally sunk off the coast of Destin, Florida. The vessel, once recognized as the fastest in the world, had been in service for 70 years.
Why it matters
The sinking marks the end of a significant piece of maritime history and serves as an artificial reef project.
The S.S. United States, which was once the fastest ocean liner in the…
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