The SS United States ocean liner being sunk off the Florida coast

SS United States sunk off Florida to become largest artificial reef

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The SS United States, once the world's fastest ocean liner and holder of trans-Atlantic speed records, was sunk off the coast of Florida. This action transforms the vessel into a large artificial reef, intended to serve as a diving destination and habitat for marine life.

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