SS United States – The Last Great American Ocean Liner

SS United States – The Last Great American Ocean Liner The SS United States is more than just a ship; it's a piece of American history that still has people talking, even though it's been retired for decades. If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to travel in style on a massive floating hotel, this ocean liner is the answer – though sadly, you won’t be able to experience it anytime soon (unless you can find a time machine). What was so special about the SS United States? Built in the 1950s, the SS United States was designed to be the fastest passenger ship ever. Seriously, this thing could fly across the Atlantic – well, as much as a 990-foot-long ship can fly. In fact, it held the record for the fastest transatlantic crossing for decades. You could literally make the journey from New York to England in less time than it takes to watch Titanic. But no iceberg encounters here – just pure speed and luxury.