For this reason, her top speed was a closely guarded secret. Lady in waiting tells the story of what historians consider to be the greatest american ocean liner of all time. Lady in waiting tells the story of this fabled vessel from her design and construction to her starstudded glamorous heyday and her gradual. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of all items purchased here goes to support the ss united states conservancy, an organization dedicated to the preservation, restoration, and promotion of our nations flagship, the recordholding ss united states. I ordered the dvd for him since that ship is his alltime favorite.
Cronkite has followed the ships fate closely since then and was featured in the documentary film ss united states. Ss united states philadelphia all you need to know. Trailer for the highlyanticipated one hour hd documentary about our nations flagship, the ss united states, fastest ocean liner in maritime. The american idol sequence from the awardwinning 2008 american public television documentary, ss united states. The brainchild of united states lines president, john m. This dvd shows the history of the ss united states from launch in 1952 to present day lay up in philadelphia. The film opens with images of the philadelphia landscape, where the protagonist of our film, the big u, sits idle at pier 82 in philadelphia. See more ideas about united states, water crafts and cruise. Imo, the deciding factor here is what each items tells us about the ss united states, the topic of this article. The ship is the largest ocean liner constructed entirely in the united states and the fastest ocean liner to cross the atlantic in either direction, retaining the blue riband for the highest average speed since her maiden voyage in 1952. A monument to the american cando spirit the ss united states represents our common values, our strengths, and the epic scope and scale of our ambition. Ss united states philadelphia 2020 all you need to.
Lady in waiting serves as a fitting tribute to this great ship as she awaits a triumphal return to her rightful place in american history. Lady in waiting tells the story of this fabled vessel, from her design and construction to her starstudded glamorous heyday and her gradual decline into neglect and obscurity. Lady in waiting limited first edition this is the limited first edition of this powerful and moving documentary, available for the first time directly from the producers and sure to become a collectors item. Former cbs evening news anchor and correspondent was a passenger aboard the ss united states in 1953 on his way to cover the coronation of queen elizabeth. If youre an amazon prime member, you can watch this documentary for free. Building superliner united states is the complete story of the construction of the big u. The ss united states represents the very best of its class with an imposing raked bow and twin red, read more. Ss united states philadelphia 2020 all you need to know.
In his various assignments he also worked for a time as a ship photographer. Maiden voyage sequence from the awardwinning 2008 american public television documentary, ss united states. Lady in waiting is a 2008 documentary film about the famed ocean liner ss united states, which was in service from 1952 to 1969. The film opens with images of the philadelphia landscape, where the protagonist of our. The pinnacle of technological and artistic achievement. Features archival footage and interviews with the crew and passengers, as well as walter cronkite. An excellent history told by many people associated with this ship, together with historic views of the ship. States in america, united states, lady in waiting, rms titanic, cruise ships. If the grandeur of traversing the atlantic in comfort and luxury appeals to you instead of a cramped jet, plan on making a short trip to pier 82 to view the ss united states.
Ss united states is a luxury passenger liner built in 1952 for united states. Descharnes this interactive experience to save americas flagship is a fun way for all ages to learn about the ss united states and explore her features. A link under see also, with a brief explanation that it is a documentary about the ship is certainly appropriate. The ss united states cruise ship in seen in new york city harbor, june 1, 1962. Neiman was interviewed for lady in waiting mark perry and bob radlers 2008 documentary about the ss united states. Ss united states crew member joe rota worked aboard the ss united states in the mid 50s first signing on as bellboy. My husband and i just watched lady in waiting a new pbs documentary on the ss united states. Our many thanks to conservancy new york chapter cochair paul stipkovich for finding, scanning, and sharing this iconic magazine spread spotlighting the big u. The ss united states has waited a long time for this opportunity, said susan gibbs, president of the ss united states conservancy, which owns and cares for the vessel. See more ideas about united states, ocean and water crafts. This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. We created this new extended trailer for lady in waiting as part of an ongoing push to. From a vhs tape given to me by bill dibenedetto some years ago, an exhaustive video survey of the ship as she appeared in 1991.
Big ship films, llc designed to be a secret weapon in the cold war disguised as a luxurious passenger liner, the ss united states was the pride of america during her flawless service career from 1952 to 1969. Lady in waiting please look for and post on existing covid19 threads before posting a new one. Americas flagship once again faces an uncertain future. The ss united states conservancy european chapter is an independent organization of volunteers. Lady in waiting was directed by robert radler and produced by conservancy board member mark perry. The ss united states represents the very best of its class with an imposing raked bow and twin red. The ss united states continues to sit idle at pier 82 in south philadelphia. Lady in waiting available in dvd ship this item this item is available online through marketplace sellers. Rxrs outstanding team understands the historic importance and economic potential of this enduring symbol of national pride and innovation.
Exploring the ss united states part five welcome to part 5 of a 5 part series on this magnificent ocean liner known as the ss united states. Most photos from the big u capture passengers enjoying the ship. The program combining archival footage and interviews with notable passengers and crew, including walter cronkite, leroy neiman and maritime historian william h. Since we live in south jersey and work in philadelphia, sadly we have been watching her fade away for years now. Big ship films an engaging look at one of americas premier ocean liners and the role she played in u. Often referred to as the most trusted man in america, mr. Lady in waiting, was completed in early february 2008 and. Her story is our story, and today, americas flagship needs our help. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the dates you selected. From the laying of the keel, fitting out, and launching, youll see the massive vessel take shape at newport news, va. The ss united states, which sailed from 1952 until 1969, was a marvel of maritime design and engineering created by a selftaught naval architect and engineer, william francis gibbs. Exploring ss united states series part five youtube. Expanded interviews celebrity anecdotes photo gallery lesson plan guidebook excerpts from below, a short film shot by robert wogan in the ships. For those who have been asking about the 2008 documentary, ss united states.
Buy online, pick up in store is currently unavailable, but this item may be available for instore purchase. This is the most famous ship that didnt sink, said susan gibbs, executive director of the ss united states. This majestic ship who still holds the speed record for crossing the atlantic today lies rusting across from ikea and chic fil a. Lady in waiting is the hopeful story of one of the most historically important ships in the united states, aptly named the ss united states. Designed to be a secret weapon in the cold war disguised as a luxurious passenger liner, the ss united states was the pride of america during her flawless service career from 1952 to 1969. Weve partnered with director bob radler to bring you a new fivepart documentary, ss united states. Combining neverbeforeseen archival footage and interviews with notable former passengers and crew such as walter cronkite, leroy neiman, and maritime historian william h.
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