Hero Ships (2008)

Episode Overview

This episode explores the construction of the newest USS New York, an advanced Amphibious Dock Ship. This state-of-the-art vessel is notable for being built with steel salvaged from the World Trade Center towers. Its predecessor, the battleship New York, launched in 1911, played a significant role at Scapa Flow in 1918 against the German High Seas Fleet. After undergoing modernization, it served valiantly in both the Atlantic and Pacific theaters during World War II, showcasing the enduring legacy of the name.