Docked at Long Beach, California, the Queen Mary stands as a majestic relic of a bygone era. Once the grandest ocean liner, her history is marred by tragedy and tales of hauntings that continue to captivate visitors.
Launched in 1936, the Queen Mary was a triumph of British design, a floating palace of luxury and speed. Yet, even on her maiden voyage, death cast its shadow—a crew member buried at sea in secret.
During World War II, the Queen Mary transformed into the “Grey Ghost,” a transport ship for troops. In 1942, a collision with the HMS Curacao resulted in over 300 deaths, a tragedy that marked her wartime service.
Returning to civilian life, the Queen Mary became a luxury liner once more. Yet, deaths continued, including the infamous incident of William Eric Stark in 1949. By 1967, nearly 400 deaths had occurred aboard.
Visitors report sightings of a young man in coveralls near Door 13, a little girl by the sealed swimming pool, and a woman in white dancing in the ballroom. Cabin B340, notorious for its hauntings, was closed to the public for decades.
Today, the Queen Mary serves as a hotel and museum, drawing millions. Her past lingers in the silence and stillness, a testament to lives that refuse to leave. Is she haunted? The answer remains elusive, but her allure endures.
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