USS Alabama towed through Panama Canal with 11-inch clearance

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The 45,000-ton battleship USS Alabama (BB-60) was towed through the Panama Canal with about 11 inches of clearance on each side. Her construction timeline at Norfolk Navy Yard and her World War II service, including nine battle stars.

WHO: USS Alabama (BB-60) and the US Navy

WHAT: USS Alabama was towed through the Panama Canal with 11 inches of clearance on each side.

WHEN: Reported Sep 12, 2026 at 10:53 AM ET

WHERE: Panama Canal

WHY: The tow occurred when the state of Alabama got its battleship back in 1964 and towed her home from Washington State.

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