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ss united states History
A repository of the SS United States legacy. From collectible ephemera, to digital blueprints, to the first ever searchable passenger database archive, Hull 488 Literary, LLC preserves the golden age of SS United States ocean travel for the modern connoisseur.
The Legacy
The SS United States stands as a sovereign of the high seas, an enduring symbol of American craftsmanship and engineering. Hull 488 Literary, LLC is dedicated to ensuring this peerless legacy remains untarnished. We bridge the gap between history and the present, offering enthusiasts the opportunity to own a piece of the 'Big U' through curated memorabilia and definitive historical records. Our mission is preservation in its most tangible form—keeping the spirit of the flagship alive for generations of collectors and historians.
The Sea Shop
Explore a repository of Big U treasures, from archival digital blueprints (coming soon), to physical menu covers and blank forms - each a definitive piece of the SS United States legacy.
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The Definitive Technical Book
Reviews
"Paging through [this book] is akin to taking a virtual voyage on the great ship, because every detail of your shipboard experience is chronicled in its pages. The only thing missing is the salty breeze."
~ Honorable Mark H. Buzby
Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy (Ret'd.)
"A great opportunity to immerse yourself in the life and times of the United States Lines' most famous flagship and one of the world's most memorable passenger liners. Don't miss it!"
~ Gordon Bauwens
Scottish & International Maritime Artist
"The book is “chock-a-block” with never before seen photos, diagrams, and artifacts of the ship."
~ Captain James McNamara
Board of Directors’ Chairman of the SUNY Maritime Museum, Fort Schuyler
Passenger Manifest Archive
Explore over 104,000+ passenger records across 186+ voyages. A continually growing database of the SS United States' passenger history, featuring manifests from First, Cabin, and Tourist classes.
Verified Historical Records • Ongoing Digitization
If you wish to contribute to the archive, please email us at ssusopguide@gmail.com