S.S. France: A Cruise Legend Returns
Built in the 1960s, the SS France, a world-class cruise ship that offered a unique and luxurious experience at sea, became the pride and joy of an entire nation before retiring for good amid great sadness. Today the legendary liner is coming home: its successor, the “New France,” is scheduled to cruise the world's oceans in 2021. Through stirring accounts, never-before-seen images, high-quality 3D content, and exclusive interviews, we trace the historical journey of the older ship and get a behind-the-scenes look at what the new one will be like.
Built in the 1960s, the SS France, a world-class cruise ship that offered a unique and luxurious experience at sea, became the pride and joy of an entire nation before retiring for good amid great sadness. Today the legendary liner is coming home: its successor, the “New France,” is scheduled to cruise the world's oceans in 2021. Through stirring accounts, never-before-seen images, high-quality 3D content, and exclusive interviews, we trace the historical journey of the older ship and get a behind-the-scenes look at what the new one will be like.
Related Articles
View AllTrading Longboats for Horses: The Italian Days of the Norman Knights
Before William, Duke of Normandy conquered England and became its king, cadres of Norman mercenaries headed from their homeland in northern France to the very rich and ruthless…
How a Nazi U-Boat and Its Enigma Machine Ended Up in a Chicago Museum
The U-505 was taken on the high seas by a U.S. Navy task force through planning, valorous action, and a lot of luck. Slated for demolition after the war, it was saved again by a…
From Ancient Wagons to Transcontinental Rail: How Trains Shaped Humanity’s Past
Trains have changed human history in countless ways, launching events like the Industrial Revolution and allowing millions of people to travel the world.