The Forgotten Legacy Of The Presidential Yacht: USS Sequoia
A Floating White House: For nearly half a century, the USS Sequoia served as the official presidential yacht of the United States, earning its nickname as a "floating White House." From 1931 to 1977, this 104-foot vessel hosted nine presidents, including Franklin D. Roosevelt, John F. Kennedy, and Richard Nixon. It was a space for recreation, diplomacy, and decision making, blending luxury with political significance.