It has to stand for something, or it's nothing but unnecessary set dressing. The process of putting "SS" on ships has been around for hundreds of years, dating all the way back to the age of steam ...

As we began following this story of the ship, I discovered my great grandparents and other family had once sailed upon SS ...

While it may add a touch of prestige, “SS” has a specific historical significance that dates back centuries. Understanding its origin provides insight into the evolution of ship ...

I am not a cruise person, although I was lucky enough a long time ago to take a cruise of the Greek Islands. Most of my vacations are road trips, but I do like learning about earlier eras of plane ...

(WKRG) — Over 700 miles — that’s how far Joe Beaman of Indiana was willing to travel to visit the SS ... passenger lists, passports and even menus from the trip. “My heart and soul is on ...

Many people have fond memories of the SS United States. Warren Jones was a passenger on the ship from the 50s. For him, the ship's departure was a sentimental and bittersweet entry in this proud ...

The SS United States hit 44 mph during sea trials. In comparison, today's cruise ships travel at around 28 mph. The fastest ocean liner ever to cross the Atlantic Ocean is on its way to the Gulf ...

Yes, the SS United States is bigger than the Titanic by 100 feet. At 990 feet, it remains the largest passenger ship ever built in America, according to its website.

Built in the early 1950s, the SS United States is the largest ocean liner to be entirely constructed in the U.S. and is the fastest of its kind to cross the Atlantic Ocean in either direction. The ...

ONCE THE SHIP ARRIVES ON THE FLORIDA PANHANDLE, THEY WILL SINK IT TO BECOME AN ARTIFICIAL REEF. THE SS UNITED STATES DEBUTED IN 1952 AND WAS CONSIDERED THE SAFEST PASSENGER SHI The SS United ...

Over 700 miles — that’s how far Joe Beaman of Indiana was willing to travel to visit the SS United States in the Port City.