History
America II (US 46) competed for the 1987 America's Cup which was held in Freemantle, Australia. Now she is operated by the New York Harbor Sailing Foundation and serves as a sailing ambassador and one of the flagships of the harbor. US 46 was one of three 12 Meters commissioned for the New York Yacht Club challenge in 1987. These were US 42, 44 & 46. All 3 boats were named