So You Want to Know What Ships Haunt the Philly Navy Yard?
The Philadelphia Navy Yard, a place steeped in maritime history, is like a retirement village for ships. But unlike your grandpa yelling at squirrels from his porch, these retired vessels are massive, metal leviathans, and some might even be haunted...by seagulls?
While ghosts are unconfirmed, there's definitely a lot of interesting ships to be found. Here's a quick guide to the watery residents of the Navy Yard:
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The Sleepy Squad: The Inactive Fleet
These are the ships that have kicked back and swapped their tours of duty for eternal naps. You might find:
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- Ticonderoga-class cruisers: Picture giant greyhounds of the sea, but instead of chasing rabbits, they chased...well, whatever the Navy chases these days.
- Oliver Hazard Perry-class frigates: Named after a Revolutionary War naval hero, these mid-sized ships patrolled the oceans with less fanfare and more radar.
- A motley crew of others: There's a whole fleet of retired vessels, from nimble patrol ships to rusty tugboats.
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The Working Stiffs: Still in Service
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Not all ships at the Navy Yard are enjoying retirement. Some are still putting in the hard yards, like:
- The ever-so-slightly-famous Battleship New Jersey: This grandaddy of a ship, nicknamed "Big J," served in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. Now, it's a museum ship, so you can walk the decks where history was made (and maybe snag a selfie with a giant gun).
How to Spot a Ship (Without Actually Being There)
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Admit it, you're curious but a trip to Philly isn't on the cards right now. Fear not, armchair admirals! You can use satellite imagery to get a glimpse of the yard. Just be warned, it might take some squinting to tell a battleship from a barge.
FAQ: Your Burning Questions Answered (Probably)
- How to become a ship captain? Ahoy there, matey! That's a long journey, but the Navy has programs to set you on course.
- How to tour the Battleship New Jersey? Check their website, but be prepared to be amazed by Big J's firepower (and maybe a little spooked by the ghosts of sailors past...or maybe that's just the seagulls).
- How to identify the different types of ships? The internet is your friend! There are tons of resources to help you become a ship-spotting extraordinaire.
- How to get a battleship in my backyard? Not recommended. Big J barely fits in the Navy Yard, and your HOA would probably have a fit.
- How to haunt a ship? We don't recommend it. Being a ghost seems tiring, and who wants to be stuck on a ship forever?
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