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Heartwarming Homecoming: RMS Queen Elizabeth Brings 15000 WWII Heroes Back to New York in 1945! 🇺🇸🛳️
2024/06/26 Report

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The Mighty Journey Home

When the RMS Queen Elizabeth sailed into New York Harbor in 1945, it marked the end of an era and the return of thousands of war-weary soldiers. But what made this journey so monumental? The ship could carry an impressive **15,000 people**, including 900 crew members, transforming it into a floating city.


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The voyage from the British Isles to the United States' east coast typically took 5 to 7 days, a small span considering the monumental service she provided during the war.

A Warship in Disguise

During World War II, the RMS Queen Elizabeth wasn't just a passenger ship. She played a crucial role in the war effort, transporting **over 750,000 troops** and covering a staggering 500,000 miles (800,000 km).

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