Queen Mary: Quick Facts

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Nov. 13, 2026

News •

Retired ocean liner to become largest artificial reef in the world • Nov. 11, 2026, 8:00 PM ET (Phys.org)

On the Water: Sailor, Queen Mary fan Eric Lara discusses life aboard USS Lincoln • Oct. 15, 2026, 9:48 AM ET (Long Beach Press-Telegram)

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Aerial view of the RMS Queen Mary ocean liner docked at Long Beach, California, surrounded by a breakwater with the city and harbor in the background.

The RMS Queen Mary ocean liner, decorated with signal flags, is escorted by a tugboat on the water with land visible in the background.

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