SS Atlantus Concrete Ship

The S. S. Atlantus, constructed by the Liberty Ship Building Company in 1918, is renowned as one of the first concrete ships and served in various capacities during its short lifespan, including transporting troops after World War I. After being repurposed as a ferry dock in Cape May, New Jersey, the ship ran aground due to a storm in 1926 and has since become a notable tourist attraction, drawing visitors who are fascinated by its unique history and gradual decay.

Once a part of an innovative fleet, the S. S. Atlantus is now a haunting reminder of the experimental concrete vessels built during the war. Despite the ocean's relentless erosion and the deterioration of the ship's structure, it continues to capture the imagination of those who visit Sunset Beach, where its remnants remain visible.

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