Battleship Texas takes a massive step in its repair journey [View all]

GALVESTON, Texas — The historic Battleship Texas was placed back into the water for the first time in more than a year on Tuesday.

Battleship Texas has been undergoing much-needed repairs at the Gulf Copper Dry Dock & Rig Repair in Galveston, Texas since 2022. The goal is to restore the ship to its World War II glory. So far, over 700 tons of steel have been replaced and the ship's hull has been painted.

Getting to see the ship move from one dock to the next was a treat for many despite the fog.

Around 9:15 a.m., the Battleship Texas moved from the dry dock to a nearby wet berth.

The Battleship Texas Foundation said it’s a cost-saving move that allows work to be done on the topside of the ship. That includes replacing the wood deck, more re-painting, and finishing work on the navigation bridge. This could last between 18 to 24 months.

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