Collins Line ceased operations in February 1858. Atlantic was acquired by the US Government for service in the Civil War. After the war, Atlantic was operated by various owners. The liner was broken up in 1871 and the last floating trace of the once mighty Collins Line was gone forever.
“ARCTIC IN THE EAST RIVER” A painting in the US National Maritime Hall of Fame. (Photo Credit: Mark O’Connor)
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