SS Rochambeau Passenger List - 3 February 1918

Front Cover of a Cabin Passenger List from the SS Rochambeau of the CGT French Line, Departing Sunday, 3 February 1918 from Bordeaux to New York, Commanded by Captain Brevet. GGA Image ID # 15c84c3390

Senior Officers and Staff

• Captain: Mr. Brevet, Lt. de Vaisseau, Commander
• Second Captain: Mr. Curie
• First Lieutenant: Mr. Dubrot
• Second Lieutenant: Mr. Perron
• Third Lieutenant: Mr. Cloche
• Commissaire: Mr. Divies
• Surgeon: Dr. de Combes
• Wireless Operator: Catel
• Wireless Operator: Germain
• Chief Engineer: Mr. Lanne
• Second Engineer: Mr. Miossec
• Third Engineer: Mr. Pittors
• Fourth Engineer: Mr. Tichadou
• Assistant Engineer: Mr. Polpré
• Assistant Engineer: Mr. Grihon
• Assistant Engineer: Mr. Regnier
• Electrician: Mr. Raimbaux
• Maître d'Hôtel: Mr. Evenou
• French Postal Services Onboard: Mr. Renaud, Postal Agent

Cabin Class Passengers

1. Mr. Arquembourg
2. Mr. J. Averbuch
3. Mr. Frederic Arbelaes
4. Mr. Arbelaes M. Andzrsne - Not on Board
5. Mr. de la Bouglise
6. Mrs. P. Butruille
7. Miss B. Butruille
8. Mr. A. Butruille
9. Mr. F. Butruille
10. Miss O. Butruille
11. Miss Boggs Capitaine Begaud
12. Miss A. Barton
13. Mr. P. Beau
14. Mr. Henri Burguet
15. Mrs. Burguet
16. Miss Fielding Belle
17. Miss Isabelle Boger
18. Mr. F. Canavaggio
19. Miss E. David M. Dorbon
20. Miss Sophie Danze
21. Mr. John Dewiett - Not on Board
22. Miss Mac Evilly
23. Mr. Otto Engelhardt
24. Mr. R. Frederick - Not on Board
25. Mr. E. Frederick
26. Mr. Félix Froger Maréch. de Logis Fialon
27. Mr. A. Graffau - Not on Board
28. Mrs. A. Graffau - Not on Board
29. Major Ch. Gibson
30. Mr. Hughes Reid Griffin
31. Mr. A. Hill M. Hunter
32. Lieutenant Hollande
33. Mr. Josephson
34. Mr. W. Kenyon
35. Mr. P. Kellogg
36. Mr. Lions M. Lecroisey
37. Mr. Labrely M. Lebeau
38. Mr. Lecumberri Antonio
39. Mr. de Langle
40. Mr. Ernest Michot
41. Mr. Marshall Mile Matagrin
42. Mr. John G. Magee
43. Mr. A. Mage
44. Mr. Meyron - Not on Board
45. Mrs. Negrck Adoracion
46. Corporal O'Brien
47. Mr. Perrenu M. Pollock
48. Lieut. F. Pierron
49. Mrs. Lugué Poe (Despres)
50. Mr. Lugué Poe
51. Mr. Alfred Pailhes
52. Mr. Joseph Privat
53. Mrs. Privat M. Papillard
54. Mr. Thomas Robinson
55. Miss H. Robert
56. Mr. J. Samper Sordo
57. Miss Nancy Strahl - Not on Board
58. Miss Simon M. G. Soldes
59. Mr. Sorensen
60. Mr. Sokoloff
61. Mr. de Schlumbergej
62. Mrs. Anderson Taylor
63. Mr. Chas. Troscossky
64. Mr. A. Van Minden
65. Mr. Ch. Wilson - Not on Board
66. Mr. John Warrick - Not on Board
67. Mr. de Wijs

Cabin Class - Additional Passengers

1. Mr. B. Anderson
2. Major A. Belmont
3. Mrs. A. Belmont
4. Miss H. Coleman
5. Mr. A. Graffam
6. Mrs. A. Graffam
7. Capitaine Hawkins
8. Mr. Georges Hobeika
9. Mr. A. Hougaz
10. Mr. E. Massabni
11. Mr. F. Neyron
12. Mr. J. Perreau
13. Capitaine H. Perret
14. Mrs. Y. Perret
15. LTJG J. Sérigat
16. M. Ch. Wilson Taintor
17. Mr. J. Warwick
18. Mr. J. de Witt

Not on Board

1. Mr. Andzrsne
2. Mr. J. Dewiett
3. Mr. R. Fredérick
4. Mr. A. Graffau
5. Mrs. A. Graffau
6. Mr. Meyron
7. Miss N. Strahl
8. Mr. C. Wilson
9. Mr. J. Warrick

Recapitulation

• Cabins: 86
• Third Class: 13
• Total Passengers: 99

Track Chart on the Back Cover of a 3 February 1918 Cabin Class Passenger List for the SS Rochambeau of the CGT French Line. GGA Image ID # 15c8a2e4a2

Passenger List Information

SS Rochambeau Cabin Class Passenger List – 3 February 1918

A Rare Artifact of Transatlantic Passage During Wartime

 

Description

GGA is honored to present this Cabin Class Passenger List from the SS Rochambeau, dated 3 February 1918, during its voyage from Bordeaux to New York, under the command of Captain Brevet, Lt. de Vaisseau, Commander. This rare document offers a glimpse into transatlantic travel aboard one of the Compagnie Générale Transatlantique (CGT French Line) vessels during the tumultuous years of the First World War.

 

Design and Condition

• Front Cover: Embellished with classic French Line typography and maritime graphics, indicative of CGT’s elegant wartime branding.
• Interior Pages: Preserved in Good condition, featuring clear passenger listings and officer details.
• Track Chart: A unique navigational feature on the back cover, mapping the transatlantic route from Bordeaux to New York.

This passenger list embodies the resilience and prestige of maritime travel amidst global conflict.

 

Notable Passengers of Historical and Cultural Significance

The passenger list of the SS Rochambeau includes a diverse mix of military personnel, prominent individuals, and notable families. Several VIP travelers stand out for their historical importance or contributions to their respective fields:

1. Major Ch. Gibson
   • A senior military officer, Gibson represents the significant movement of Allied personnel across the Atlantic during World War I. His presence aboard underscores the Rochambeau’s role in wartime logistics.
2. Capitaine H. Perret and Mrs. Y. Perret
   • Capitaine Perret, a decorated officer, and his wife reflect the family dimension of military service during the era.
3. Lieutenant F. Pierron
   • Another military figure, Lieutenant Pierron’s inclusion highlights the strategic significance of transatlantic vessels in supporting the war effort.
4. Mr. John G. Magee
   • Likely connected to the Magee family of early American pioneers, John Magee’s voyage underscores the transatlantic ties of influential families during the early 20th century.
5. Mr. Georges Hobeika
   • A prominent figure in the Lebanese expatriate community, Hobeika’s presence aboard reflects the global reach of the CGT French Line.
6. Miss Isabelle Boger
   • A figure of cultural importance, Miss Boger’s presence adds a touch of refinement and artistic influence to the passenger list.
7. Mrs. Anderson Taylor
   • A notable society figure, Taylor represents the upper echelons of American and European aristocracy, underscoring the Rochambeau’s appeal to elite travelers.
8. Capitaine Hawkins
   • A senior British officer, Hawkins exemplifies the collaboration between Allied forces during the war.

 

Historical Context

The SS Rochambeau operated under the looming shadow of the First World War, traversing dangerous waters marked by submarine activity. This passenger list offers a rare insight into civilian and military travel during a period of heightened global tension. The inclusion of French postal services onboard emphasizes the ship's vital role in maintaining communication across the Atlantic.