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SS United States to be sunk as world's largest artificial reef
Original: The SS United States is scheduled for sinking to become the world’s largest artificial reef
The SS United States, the historic ocean liner that once held the transatlantic speed record, is scheduled to be sunk off the Florida coast to become the world's largest artificial reef. News outlets across the United States are covering the plan, which follows years of efforts to find a preservation use for the decaying vessel. Supporters of the reefing say it will boost marine life and diving tourism, while preservationists mourn the loss of an iconic piece of American maritime history.
Why now: The fate of the famous record-breaking liner has been long debated, and confirmation of its sinking plan is drawing wide attention.
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- The SS United States is scheduled for sinking to become the world’s largest artificial reef · FOX 8 News
- The SS United States is scheduled for sinking to become the world’s largest artificial reef · The Mercury News
- The SS United States is scheduled for sinking to become the world’s largest artificial reef · Sun Sentinel
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