SS Monterey (1952)

History
Name
  • Free State Mariner (1952–1957)
  • Monterey (1957–2006)
  • Monte (2006)
Operator
BuilderBethlehem Shipbuilding Corporation Sparrowpoint, Maryland
LaunchedMay 29, 1952
In service1952
Out of serviceNovember 8, 2006
FateScrapped at Alang, India, 2006

Monterey was an American-built passenger ship. The ship was originally built as the freighter Free State Mariner, before being converted into a passenger liner and cruise ship that and served for over 50 years, ending her career with MSC Cruises.