Why the Amerigo Vespucci Turns Heads, Even Next to US Aircraft Carriers

The Amerigo Vespucci ship looks like it sailed out of the 18th century, but it is still an active Italian Navy training vessel. In this episode of Midnight Question, you’ll learn why this tall ship was built to look “old,” how cadets train on board without relying on GPS, and why modern warships have reportedly saluted it with the line: “You are the most beautiful ship in the world.” You’ll also hear what makes the Amerigo Vespucci unique as a working sailing ship today: the rigging, square sails, constant maintenance, and the discipline needed to run a tall ship safely at sea. #AmerigoVespucci #TallShip #ItalianNavy