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5 unusual facts about Great Steamboat Race


American Queen

In 2012 the American Queen participated for the first time in the Great Steamboat Race.

Great Steamboat Race

American Queen competed for the first time in 2012, in a 3-way race with the Louisville and Cincinnati, finishing 2nd.

Until 2009, the race was traditionally between the Belle of Louisville and the Delta Queen, although other steamboats have participated.

The first Great Steamboat Race was held in 1963 between the Belle of Louisville and the Delta Queen, establishing the traditional rivalry until 2008 when the Queen was retired.

The American Queen, returned to overnight steamboat service in April 2012, competed in the three-way race on May 2, 2012 and finished as second.



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