SS Atlantus was one of the only 12 concrete ships built during the World War-I era. However, the ship had a short lifespan and was retired after just two years of service in 1920. The ship drifted from its anchor in a storm in 1926 and since then it has remained in its current place getting depleted day by day. Today, it is visible only on a low tide day at the Sunset beach, New Jersey. It is an interesting story of passing of time, change and transition. This magnificent ship of the past has become a place for the birds to rest in the middle of the sea.
Nikon D60, May 15, 2010. Sunset beach, Cape May, New Jersey
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interesting – great photo and story. enjoy the weekend.
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Thank you.
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That’s interesting, I like the photo too.
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Thank you. Yes, an interesting piece of history too.
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Wow! What a great back story. It turns junk into history!
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So true. Thank you.
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Concrete ships? That’s incredible. I like this one better as a resting place for cormorants. Great photo.
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Yes, Concrete Ships, once touted as the future, soon became a piece of historical blunder, I guess.
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