United states, the worlds fastest ocean liner, wont be sailing the seas again after all. Ss united states the last american liner still afloat. This book was a labor of love for frank and certainly one of his best. Ss united states classic liners andrew britton on amazon. Salvidor dali and his wife on another voyage of the ss united states. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Robert sturm worked on the ss united states as an engineer, hence the title. The ss united states conservancy european chapter is an independent organization of volunteers. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The cover picture is stunning and the fold out deck plan is a big plus.
Thursday macaulay will attend the opening of ss united states. The book itself is nicely illustrated and the cover is of high quality. A colorful illustrated history celebrating 60 years of the ss united states complete with deck plans. Her story is our story, and today, americas flagship needs our help. The ss united states fiftieth anniversary commemorative book is the first comprehensive work on the vessel in decades. The ss united states represents our common values, our strengths, and the epic scope and scale of our ambition. Macaulay next book will feature drawings of the great cruise liner ss united states. Buy ss united states red, white, and blue ribband, forever by john maxtonegraham isbn. This volume includes many rarely seen photographs from the liners golden. The story of americas greatest ocean liner hardcover august 1, 1991. Ss united states john maxtonegraham english book ex libris. United states wont take to the seas again after all.
The last great american ocean liner, ss united states could be converted to a he introduces us to dozens of u. The titanicsize ship which in its 1950s prime offered one of the most stylish ways to. A colorful illustrated history celebrating 60 years of the ss united states. Ss united states, which once hosted celebrities, world leaders, tourists and immigrants, welcomed guests passionate about saving the ship. Two dates available so chose january, 1964 or july, 1962. It is our belief that we should bring back the ss united. Eight color renderings and photos of the two ships, including cabin and firstclass spaces. The ss united states is a chapter in my book, abandoned america. Ss united states arguably the world s most articulate and authoritative maritime historian, john maxtonegraham documents ss united states, her design, construction, and seventeen years of impeccable service. United states lines brochure for the ss america and, of course, the big ship, the ss united states. Last year in june, he selfpublished a book, ss united states. This unique biography of ss united states artfully explores the design and construction of the ship and the life of its. The last great american ocean liner, ss united states could be converted to a 14,000man troop carrier and was capable of attaining a speed of over 40 knots although in her luxury atlantic crossings the ship was much slower. The british cunard line threw in the towel on the mary and elizabeth in 1967 and 1968 respectively.
Ss united states by john maxtonegraham 2014, hardcover. Ss united states conservancy european chapter home. She had been designed from the outset to serve as both a transatlantic ferry and as a troop and hospital ship in time of war. Wfgs brother frederick was the force behind the book and frank took on the project whole heartedly. 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. A commemorative dvd featuring the ss united states in new york harbor. The ss united states is the fastest passenger ship to ever sail and has held the blue ribband for over 60 years. In this meticulously researched and stunningly illustrated book, ss united states conservancy advisory council member macaulay brings his unique artistic and storytelling abilities to the quest for the perfect ship. Today she is docked in philadelphia, stripped of her interiors and rusting in the delaware river across the street from an ikea store. Speed queen of the seas and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. Lady in waiting limited first edition this is the limited first edition of this powerful and moving documentary, available for the first time directly from the producers and sure to become a collectors item. Picture history of the ss united states by william h. Arguably the worlds most articulate and authoritative maritime historian, john maxtonegraham documents ss united states, her design, construction, and seventeen years of impeccable service.
Handcrafted nautical decor ss united states limited 50 w led lights model cruise ship model ship nau. The ss united states interiors in color hardcover by the. Ss united states philadelphia 2020 all you need to. The conservancy works to ensure that the nations flagship will endure for future generations as the ultimate expression of the united states merchant marine and american. Compiled from a wealth of previously unpublished material, this book is packed with. Macaulay is working on a new book that he said will trace the evolution of passenger ships through the building of the ss united states and describe his experiences as a boy sailing on. His book underground has to be one of my alltime favorites when i was a kid. A big negative is that you have to read about of the book before you hear about the ss united states and some of the photos a repetitive. Ss united states philadelphia, pennsylvania atlas obscura. The ss united states conservancy would love to introduced you to a number of terrific books currently available for purchase. This book stands as a tribute of her maiden voyage, a celebration of her recent rescue efforts by the conservancy, and an.
United states book is the first comprehensive work on the vessel in decades. Fans hop aboard historic ss united states for tour. I am a member of the ss united states conservancy and adding this book to my collection was a must. Prior to the 1800s, ships crossing the atlantic ocean relied on the wind in their sails to make their journeys. The builder was to be the newport news shipbuilding and dry dock company, in newport news virginia. Though he began his career as an attorney, after world war i, he became recognized as a skilled project manager in the restoration of a former german ocean liner for american use. Her design was a military secret and her power plant similar to that fitted to the largest of american battleships. My late wife sailed to england in 1961 on the ss united states to meet her then 1st husband who was in the us air force. She was one of the few ocean liners of the time that. The astonishing operational capacity of this national icon of the united stateswith her red, white, and. While the united states lost the eastbound transatlantic speed record in 1990 to. 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. Ss united states red, white, and blue ribband, forever.
David macaulay speaks about his book in a free lecture at the central branch of the free library of philadelphia, 1901 vine st. But overall the big u gets the treatment it deserves in a big well illustrated volume. Andrew britton this colourful history covers the ss united states active service from 1952 to 1969, when she dominated the seas. Join us as we unite to save and restore this irreplaceable icon to the glory and dignity she deserves. The astonishing operational capacity of this national icon of the united states, with her red, white and blue funnels, sleek streamlined hull and silver coated fittings, was shrouded in. Follow frank braynard, one of the great american maritime historians, as he chronicles the life of the ss united states, the incredible feat of engineering that still holds the westbound speed record on the north atlantic. Nearly all of these ships of state were simply to costly to maintain and keep in service. The story of one of americas greatest ocean liners, with chapters on the creation of the superliner. In this fantastic book he offers an insiders view of the history, construction, operation, and secrets of this magnificent vessel, as well as numerous photos many of which were taken by the author.
The last great american ocean liner, ss united states could be converted to a 14,000man troop carrier and was capable of attaining a speed of over 40 knots although in. In 1922, in partnership with his brother frederic herbert gibbs, he began the firm which. America were laid down under the first maritime commission contract on august 22, 1938. This colourful history covers the ss united states active service from 1952 to 1969 when she dominated the seas of atlantic, sweeping all rivals before her. The ss united states conservancy a national nonprofit organization 501c3. Ss united states is a luxury passenger liner built in 1952 for the united states lines, designed to capture the. Listing includes date voyage began, steamship line, vessel, passenger class and route. United statesput the united states at the forefront of transatlantic travel, and. Passenger fare book for the ss united states and ss america. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required.
Like many of this authors ocean liner and cruise ship books, this is more of a social history of the ss united states than a book about the ship itself. Miller was born in hoboken, new jersey on may 3, 1948. College project results in childrens book on the s. The last great american ocean liner, ss united states could be converted to a 14,000man troop carrier and was capable of attaining a. Rare 1967 ss united states lines ocean liner steamship brochure deck plan.
Get the best deals on ss united states ship collectibles when you shop the largest online selection at. The view from down below, that details his knowledge about the ship gleaned during his 44 transatlantic voyages, from 1957 to 1959. Sadly, jet travel put an end to ocean crossings, and the allaluminum ship rests in philadelphia while groups of fans. In this riveting book, lauded authorillustrator david macaulay illuminates the rich and storied history that culminated in the building of the fastest, most advanced, and last of these great steamships. The ss united states represents the very best of its class with an imposing raked bow and twin red. If the grandeur of traversing the atlantic in comfort and luxury appeals to you instead of a cramped jet, plan on making a short trip to pier 82 to view the ss united states.
Bill miller born may 3, 1948 is a maritime author and historian who has written numerous books dealing with the golden age of ocean liners. With the highestever sustained top speed of 35 knots, the ss united states is the worlds fastest ocean liner. Complete with deck plans, newspaper coverage, and accounts from log books and ship records, this history covers the ss united states active service from 1952 to 1969, when she dominated the seas of atlantic. All digitized passenger lists for the ss united states available at the gg archives.
A colorful illustrated history celebrating 60 years of the ss united statescomplete with deck plans, newspaper coverage, and accounts from log books and ship. Buy ss united states red, white, and blue ribband, forever by john maxtone graham isbn. The story of americas greatest ocean liner william h. Built in 1952 for the united states lines, the ss united states was unlike any other ocean liner. This volume includes many rarely seen photographs from the liners. Upon opening the book, i was very excited at the level of pictures in the book. The america was designed by noted naval architect william francis gibbs and constructed for the united states lines company. The ss united states conservancy seeks to preserve and revitalize the ss united states, the largest and fastest ocean liner ever built in her namesakes country. Buy a signed copy via this link or get it on amazon using the link below to read more. The greatest of which has surely been the ss united states as she has spent more time in layup than at sea. William francis gibbs august 24, 1886 september 6, 1967 was an american naval architect of the mid twentieth century.
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