The SS United States once crossed the Atlantic in record time. Now set to be sunk, that historic voyage still stands out

In 1952, the SS United States broke the transatlantic speed record on its maiden voyage. Here's a look back at that journey, as the ship prepares to be sunk off the coast of Florida on Nov. 11.

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