Battleship Texas Refloated in Galveston

The Battleship Texas was successfully refloated in Galveston after being docked for the past 18 months for repairs. The historic ship received a fresh paint job and 700 tons of new steel. Although this phase is complete, there is still work to be done, with another 2 years needed to rework the deck and interior. Commissioned in 1914, the Battleship Texas is the only remaining battleship that served in both WWI and WWII.

USS Texas Battleship Texas Refloating in Drydock

Battleship Texas in Dry Dock Before She Floats

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