Another "Largest Cruise Ship"
Sep 1, 2015 14:21:44 #
jerryc41 wrote:
What merchant marine school was that?
Yes, the SS United States was a fantastic ship. One reason it was so fast is the designer was once on a ship that caught fire. He made it as fireproof as possible and used lots of aluminum to make it light. They've been trying to restore it for years, but I don't think that will happen. It was a fantastic ship, but it came along too late.
Yes, the SS United States was a fantastic ship. One reason it was so fast is the designer was once on a ship that caught fire. He made it as fireproof as possible and used lots of aluminum to make it light. They've been trying to restore it for years, but I don't think that will happen. It was a fantastic ship, but it came along too late.
The MEBA Marine Engineering School in Baltimore. One other fact about the Big U is it was heavily subsidized by the govt. during construction so they used 1600 lb. pressure boilers that were used by the Navy. Most steam freighters of that era used 450 to 650 lb. boilers. The ship had to be able to convert into a troop transport in 48 hours. I believe it would hold 30,000 soldiers. Speed was the best defense against submarine attack.
Sep 1, 2015 15:53:24 #
PhotoPhred wrote:
The MEBA Marine Engineering School in Baltimore. One other fact about the Big U is it was heavily subsidized by the govt. during construction so they used 1600 lb. pressure boilers that were used by the Navy. Most steam freighters of that era used 450 to 650 lb. boilers. The ship had to be able to convert into a troop transport in 48 hours. I believe it would hold 30,000 soldiers. Speed was the best defense against submarine attack.
Really? It could outrun a torpedo?
Sep 1, 2015 16:11:26 #
jerryc41 wrote:
Do cruise ships really have to get bigger? Do you enjoy an intimate Caribbean cruise with 5,500 of your closest friends? Imagine all those people disembarking on a tiny island, while four other ships are disgorging passengers.
http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/harmony-of-the-seas-royal-caribbean?adbpr=3270129738&xid=social_20150830_51672366&adbid=637826129655533568&adbpl=tw
http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/harmony-of-the-seas-royal-caribbean?adbpr=3270129738&xid=social_20150830_51672366&adbid=637826129655533568&adbpl=tw
Like being stationed on an aircraft carrier. Except you get more privacy on the carrier.
Sep 1, 2015 18:06:10 #
Twice now on Holland America cruises we have met elderly ladies who effectively live on cruise ships. Think about it: For approx $4,000 per month you get room, housekeeping, all meals, entertainment, assistance, emergency medical services, etc. Not a bad deal. AND you have a whole new group of friends every week!
By the way, Holland America, Princess, Carnival, Costa, P&O, Cunard, Seabourn, Aida and Fathom are all owned by Carnival Corp.
By the way, Holland America, Princess, Carnival, Costa, P&O, Cunard, Seabourn, Aida and Fathom are all owned by Carnival Corp.
Sep 1, 2015 19:43:28 #
Sep 2, 2015 07:08:42 #
phlash46 wrote:
Really? It could outrun a torpedo?
Back when she was built, it's not so much that it could outrun a torpedo, but because of her speed, they didn't have the time to get the target information to make the hit. Submarines back then were not like they are today.
Sep 2, 2015 07:28:59 #
Boarding a ship is like going to jail, except there is a higher chance of drowning.
Sep 2, 2015 15:30:03 #
[quote=jerryc41]Do cruise ships really have to get bigger? Do you enjoy an intimate Caribbean cruise with 5,500 of your closest friends? Imagine all those people disembarking on a tiny island, while four other ships are disgorging passengers.
the island would sink......................... :) :) :)
the island would sink......................... :) :) :)
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