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Which US museum ship would work in Britain

A museum answer separates personal affection for a battleship from the public appeal of a large carrier.

Museum Ships Naval Heritage US Navy USS Midway (CV-41)USS Texas (BB-35)

Question

Which American museum ship or submarine would attract the most interest if displayed in the United Kingdom?

Short answer

USS Texas is the sentimental choice, but an aircraft carrier such as USS Midway would probably perform best with visitors.

Notes

Preservation also depends on how a ship can interpret naval history for the public. A carrier's scale, aviation story, and walk-through spaces would likely make it the stronger British attraction.