"If this ship had hit the Titanic's iceberg, there is no way she would have sunk," said Susan Gibbs, whose grandfather designed the United States and who has struggled for two decades to preserve it. She shared the history with an air of nostalgia and pride, standing on its foredeck. The ship, now a ghost of its grandeur, remains a testament to its engineering prowess and the rich maritime history it represents.
"It was a top secret Cold War weapon," she said, recalling how her grandfather’s vision was intertwined with the geopolitical dynamics of its time. Its construction began during heightened tensions, making it not just a mode of travel but also a potential military asset. The U.S. Navy financed a significant part of it, indicating that it was built not only for passenger comfort but also for national defense.
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