ANON. American President Lines.
Original luggage label, c.1940. 205 x 120 mm.
American President Lines began as Dollar Steampship Lines. It was renamed after Dollar went bankrupt and a bailout by the U.S government in 1938.
Dollar was known for its luxury liners named after U.S presidents. During the Second World War American President Lines ships served as troop transports and cargo carriers with some converted to hospital ships.
During the 1950's American President Lines operated famous passenger liners like President Wilson and President Roosevelt, offering luxury first class travel to the Far East.
With the rise of air travel, passenger service declined, ending with the last liner in 1973. By the mid 1970's American President Lines shifted to fully containerized vessels becoming a leader in global shipping.
SKU: 2126668
ANON. American President Lines.
Original luggage label, c.1940. 205 x 120 mm.
American President Lines began as Dollar Steampship Lines. It was renamed after Dollar went bankrupt and a bailout by the U.S government in 1938.
Dollar was known for its luxury liners named after U.S presidents. During the Second World War American President Lines ships served as troop transports and cargo carriers with some converted to hospital ships.
During the 1950's American President Lines operated famous passenger liners like President Wilson and President Roosevelt, offering luxury first class travel to the Far East.
With the rise of air travel, passenger service declined, ending with the last liner in 1973. By the mid 1970's American President Lines shifted to fully containerized vessels becoming a leader in global shipping.
SKU: 2126668
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