spanish american war site help to preserve the USS Olympia

Eaj13 · Joined: 21 Sep 2001 Posts: 552 Location: Spain

Hi all

Some interesting materials and also the possibility of helping in preserving the USS Olympia in the centennial site

regards
Alex

http://www.spanamwar.com

FUBAR295 · Posted: Tue May 18, 2004 1:39 am Post subject:

Eaj13,

Thanks for a great site. Got it bookmarked.

I have visited the USS Olympia several times, ( Philadelphia, it's my home town ) and recommend to anyone to take a tour.

Good Hunting,
FUBAR

Eaj13 · Joined: 21 Sep 2001 Posts: 552 Location: Spain

Hi Fubar

Thanks for your interest. Having visited the ship, do you think the preservation status is OK? What about the engines room? Do you got some pics from it?
regards
Alex

FUBAR295 · Posted: Wed May 19, 2004 10:17 am Post subject:

Eaj13,

The ship is in very good shape considering its over 100 years old. The Association that runs it does a remarkable job, with most people who work there are basically volunteers with a few paid staff. Restoration and upkeep has been a on going project for years.

I do have photographs from my visits, but unfortunately do not have them scanned to post. Placed that on my to do list with the many other to do's, so I can not promise how soon.

On a aside, the USS New Jersey is berthed just across the Delaware River from the Olympia. Another great warship to visit.

Good Hunting,
FUBAR

Eaj13 · Joined: 21 Sep 2001 Posts: 552 Location: Spain

Hi Fubar

thanks for your infos, seems that a visit is really worthwile. Surely I can wait for the Olympia pics
regards
Alex