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Haunting

RMS Queen Mary

A 'Grey Ghost' troopship where 300 died. A crewman was crushed in Door 13. A child drowned in the pool. Now a hotel where spirits walk the decks. The most haunted ship afloat.

1936 - Present
Long Beach, California, USA
50000+ witnesses

The RMS Queen Mary is permanently docked but never at rest.

The History

Legendary liner:

  • Built 1936
  • Luxury cruiser
  • WWII troopship
  • “Grey Ghost”
  • Retired 1967

The Deaths

Tragedy at sea:

  • 300+ died
  • Accidents
  • War deaths
  • Illness
  • Suicide

Door 13

John Pedder:

  • Crushed during drill
  • 1966 accident
  • 18 years old
  • Still seen
  • Near engine room

The Pool

Jackie drowned:

  • Little girl
  • First class pool
  • 1930s or 40s
  • Seen playing
  • Wet footprints

Lady in White

Elegant ghost:

  • First class areas
  • 1930s gown
  • Dancing alone
  • Vanishes
  • Multiple witnesses

Modern Hotel

Floating resort:

  • Permanent dock 1967
  • Hotel since 1971
  • Ghost tours nightly
  • Paranormal events
  • Very active

Sources