Battleship New Jersey
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Battleship New Jersey is returning to Camden on June 20. Stay tuned for a reopening date!
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Today, we honor the brave men and women who gave everything for our freedom. May their courage and sacrifice never be forgotten 🇺🇸 #MemorialDay
📸 1983, crewmen aboard Battleship New Jersey off the coast of Beirut, Lebanon
We still have guided tours available with Curator Ryan Szimanski and with YouTuber and Historian Drachinifel! Book here: 63691.blackbaudhosting.com/63691/tickets?…
While riveting was the established technology at the time Battleship New Jersey was built, throughout her career, most of her changes and repairs were done by welding. #DryDockNJ
This dry docking will allow us to continue exhibiting Battleship New Jersey’s history and sharing the stories of those who served onboard. Check out this Veteran Spotlight on Jeff and Anthony who served during Beirut. #DryDockNJ
While Battleship New Jersey was towed to Paulsboro Marine Terminal for ballast and again to Dry Dock #3 at the Philadelphia Navy Yard, crew members inspected lower areas of the ship for leaks and other issues to ensure a safe and successful move. #DryDockNJ
This system of coatings will fill in most of the pitting on the hull and form an abrasion-resistant barrier. With each coat a different color, over the next 30 years we’ll be able to tell how much of the paint has worn away! #DryDockNJ