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The restoration of Williamsburg had sparked a huge interest in Colonial history and design.  The wood veneers were from American species such as pine and oak, while the color palate was chosen from Early American mansions.  Most of this was ripped out after WW2 when the ship, by then Moore McCormack's ARGENTINA, gained a mid-century tropical vibe. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eVery good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e"}