NEW YORK SHIPBUILDING CORPORATION

The New York Shipbuilding Corporation played an important contribution to the defense of the nation during World War II. One of the three largest shipyards in the United States, New York Ship built a number of naval ships of many different classifications. This cartographic image represents the New York Shipbuilding Corporation at the height of its physical development and activity (c. 1942-1945)... The New York Shipbuilding Corporation, often called New York Ship for short, was established in 1899. As its name implies, its intended location was New York City. However, at the last minute the real estate deal fell through; having already incorporated the name, the company owners were stuck with it... Over its lifetime, New York Ship produced over 670 merchant and naval ships, including 13 aircraft carriers, 26 cruisers, 51 destroyers of all types, 3 nuclear submarines, 12 naval support ships of all types, and 387 civilian merchant vessels. In addition, 9 battleships were constructed..

Also known as: The New York Shipbuilding Corporation

Primary location: Camden United States