SS Washington Passenger Lists 1933-1951
All Digitized Passenger Lists For the SS Washington Available at the GG Archives. Listing Includes Date Voyage Began, Steamship Line, Vessel, Passenger Class and Route.
1933-05-24 SS Washington Passenger List
Steamship Line: United States Lines
Class of Passengers: Tourist Class
Date of Departure: 24 May 1933 (Maiden Voyage)
Route: Hamburg to New York via Le Havre, Southampton, and Queenstown (Cobh)
Commander: Captain George Fried, USN, Retired
Notable Passengers (VIP Travelers): Major Frederick Hamer, Dr. Lloyd Seyfried, Miss Emily Avery, Rev. C. B. Hill, and Mr. Julius Caesar Bullwinkle
Estimated Auction Price Range: $20 to $35 USD
Provenance: From the esteemed private collection of Paul K. Gjenvick
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1933-12-29 SS Washington Passenger List
Steamship Line: United States Lines
Class of Passengers: Tourist Class
Date of Departure: 29 December 1933
Route: Hamburg to New York via Le Havre, Southampton, and Queenstown (Cobh)
Commander: Captain John Jensen, USN, Retired
Notable Passengers (VIP Travelers): Hon. William C. Bullitt, Anne W. Bullitt, Major J. G. Fraser, Consul-General John Farr Simmons, and S. E. Alexandre Troyanovsky.
Estimated Auction Price Range: $20 to $35 USD
Provenance: From the esteemed private collection of Paul K. Gjenvick
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1934-05-23 SS Washington Passenger List
Steamship Line: United States Lines
Class of Passengers: Cabin
Date of Departure: 23 May 1934
Route: Hamburg to New York via Le Havre, Southampton, and Cobh (Queenstown)
Commander: Captain George Fried, U.S.N. (Retired)
Notable Passengers (VIP Travelers): Captain George Fried, Lady Eaton, Baroness Antonia Hatvany, Dr. Hugh S. Cumming, and Bruce Barton.
Estimated Auction Price Range: $18 to $30 USD
Provenance: From the esteemed private collection of Paul K. Gjenvick
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1934-08-15 SS Washington Passenger List
Steamship Line: United States Lines
Class of Passengers: Tourist Class
Date of Departure: 15 August 1934
Route: Hamburg to New York via Le Havre, Southampton, and Queenstown (Cobh)
Commander: Captain George Fried, USN, Retired.
Notable Passengers (VIP Travelers): Captain George Fried, Archbishop J. W. Shaw, Rev. Stephen Towell, and Prof. Roswell Magill
Estimated Auction Price Range: $20 to $32 USD
Provenance: From the esteemed private collection of Paul K. Gjenvick
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1934-11-07 SS Washington Passenger List
Steamship Line: United States Lines
Class of Passengers: Cabin Class
Date of Departure: 7 November 1934
Route: Hamburg to New York via Le Havre, Southampton, and Queenstown (Cobh)
Commander: Captain Schuyler F. Cumings, Lt. Cmdr., USNR
Notable Passengers (VIP Travelers): Most Rev. Christofer E. Byrne, Commander Gaylord Church, Mrs. Michel Clemenceau, Thomas J. Watson, and Consul Egmont C. Von Tresckow.
Estimated Auction Price Range: $25 to $35 USD
Provenance: From the esteemed private collection of Paul K. Gjenvick
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1936-09-09 SS Washington Passenger List
Steamship Line: United States Lines
Class of Passengers: Tourist Class
Date of Departure: 9 September 1936
Route: Hamburg to New York via Le Havre, Southampton, and Queenstown (Cobh)
Commander: Captain Giles C. Stedman, Lt. Cmdr., U.S.N.R.
Notable Passengers (VIP Travelers): Rev. Dominic Daly, Dr. Charles E. Coates, Capt. Thomas Henry, Winton Burdett, and Dr. Louis Heilman.
Estimated Auction Price Range: $20 to $30 USD
Provenance: From the esteemed private collection of Paul K. Gjenvick
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1938-04-20 SS Washington Passenger List
Steamship Line: United States Lines
Class of Passengers: Tourist Class
Date of Departure: 20 April 1938
Route: Hamburg to New York via Le Havre, Southampton, and Cobh
Commander: Captain Giles C. Stedman, Lt. Comm., U.S.N.R.
Notable Passengers (VIP Travelers): Dr. Wilhelm Frank, Leo Goldschmidt, Dr. Martin Rosenbaum, and Max Strauss.
Estimated Auction Price Range: $25 to $35 USD
Provenance: From the esteemed private collection of Paul K. Gjenvick
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1938-09-30 SS Washington Tourist Class Passenger List
Steamship Line: United States Lines
Class of Passengers: Tourist Class
Date of Departure: 30 September 1938
Route: Le Havre to New York via Southampton and Cobh
Commander: Captain Giles C. Stedman, Lt. Comm., U.S.N.R.
Notable Passengers (VIP Travelers): Prof. Bernard Geizer, Dr. Edward J. Kennedy, Dr. Ludwig Karrenberg, Dr. Israel Rappaport, and Mrs. Frieda Seeh.
Estimated Auction Price Range: $28 to $38 USD
Provenance: From the esteemed private collection of Paul K. Gjenvick
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1938-09-30 SS Washington Third Class Passenger List
Steamship Line: United States Lines
Class of Passengers: Third Class
Date of Departure: 30 September 1938
Route: Le Havre to New York via Southampton and Cobh
Commander: Captain Giles C. Stedman, Lt. Comm., U.S.N.R.
Notable Passengers (VIP Travelers): Rev. Andrew Rasmussen, Mrs. Helene Reece, Rev. Sister Mary Charlotte, Mr. George Fleming, and Dr. Ludwig Karrenberg.
Estimated Auction Price Range: $25 to $35 USD
Provenance: From the esteemed private collection of Paul K. Gjenvick
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1939-08-22 SS Washington Passenger List
Steamship Line: United States Lines
Class of Passengers: Tourist
Date of Departure: 22 August 1939
Route: Hamburg to New York via Le Havre, Southampton, and Cobh
Commander: Giles C. Stedman, Lt. Cmdr., U.S.N.R
Notable Passengers (VIP Travelers): Dr. J. McKee Adams, Prof. Jacob Hammer, Father Francis Garvey, Sister Mary Alexia, and Rev. Timothy Howard.
Estimated Auction Price Range: $30 to $40 USD
Provenance: From the esteemed private collection of Paul K. Gjenvick
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1951-01-10 SS Washington Passenger List
Steamship Line: United States Lines
Class of Passengers: Cabin Class
Date of Departure: 10 January 1951
Route: New York to Hamburg via Cobh, Southampton, Le Havre and Bremerhaven
Commander: Captain Harold Milde, U.S.N.R.
Notable Passengers (VIP Travelers): Dr. Hugh Chapin, Prof. Helen Hohman, Rev. Gerard Holohan, Bishop M. J. O’Connor, and Dr. Robert Desowitz.
Estimated Auction Price Range: $25 to $35 USD
Provenance: From the esteemed private collection of Paul K. Gjenvick
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Passenger Lists contained in the GG Archives collection represent the souvenir list provided to the passengers of each cabin class (and other classes). Many of these souvenir passenger lists have disappeared over the years. Our collection contains a sampling of what was originally produced and printed by the steamship lines.
Invest in History: Why Bid on SS Washington Passenger Lists?
Passenger lists from the SS Washington (1933–1951) offer a unique opportunity for collectors, genealogists, and history enthusiasts to own tangible artifacts of transatlantic maritime history. These documents, from the esteemed Paul K. Gjenvick Collection, preserve the social, cultural, and historical narratives of a pivotal era. Here’s why these lists are an exceptional investment:
Historical Value
Each passenger list is a window into the golden age of ocean liner travel, when voyages across the Atlantic connected the United States and Europe. The SS Washington, renowned for her role in diplomacy, migration, and tourism, carried influential figures, including scholars, clergy, scientists, and notable public servants. These lists document not just travelers but the stories of a world in flux during the Great Depression, World War II, and post-war recovery.
Who Benefits from These Lists?
- Collectors: Rare and beautifully preserved artifacts from a bygone era, many featuring exclusive cover art and printed in limited quantities.
- Genealogists and Family Historians: Trace family roots, reconstruct ancestral journeys, and uncover connections to historical events or notable figures.
- Historians: Gain insights into passenger demographics, international travel patterns, and the operational history of the United States Lines.
- Maritime Enthusiasts: Celebrate the legacy of American-built liners and their vital role in global connectivity.
Key Features of SS Washington Passenger Lists
- Voyage Highlights: Detailed routes connecting Hamburg, Le Havre, Southampton, Cobh, and New York, spanning pre-war, wartime, and post-war periods.
- Notable Passengers: Lists include luminaries such as Lady Eaton, Thomas J. Watson (IBM), Archbishop J. W. Shaw, and Anne W. Bullitt, adding a layer of exclusivity.
- Artistic and Historical Covers: Elegantly designed covers showcasing maritime branding and style.
- Estimated Auction Price Ranges: Generally $2,000–$40 USD per list, highlighting their investment potential.
Why Bid on Passenger Lists from the Gjenvick Archives?
- Scarcity: Many original passenger lists have been lost over time. Those preserved in this collection are rare survivors, making them valuable collectibles.
- Provenance: From the trusted and reputable archives of Paul K. Gjenvick, known for curating artifacts of exceptional quality.
- Condition: These lists are meticulously stored and maintained, ensuring clarity of text and longevity of the paper.
Investment Potential
As artifacts that merge art, history, and personal stories, passenger lists are gaining recognition in the collectible market. With increasing interest in family heritage, immigration history, and maritime studies, their value is projected to grow.
Conclusion
SS Washington Passenger Lists are more than paper records; they are snapshots of history, brimming with untold stories and cultural significance. Whether you are a seasoned collector, a genealogist tracing ancestral roots, or a historian uncovering maritime legacies, these documents are treasures worthy of your investment. Bid now to secure a piece of history that resonates far beyond the voyage it commemorates.
