The SS Pasteur was a famous French ocean liner that served during the mid-20th century. It was named after the renowned French scientist Louis Pasteur. The ship was launched in 1938 and initially operated by the Compagnie de Navigation Sud-Atlantique. It was designed for both transatlantic and cruise service.
During World War II, the Pasteur was requisitioned by the British government and used as a troopship. After the war, it was returned to France and underwent significant renovations. In 1952, the Pasteur re-entered commercial service with the French Line (Compagnie Générale Transatlantique).
The SS Pasteur gained fame for its luxurious accommodations and high-profile passengers, including celebrities, politicians, and dignitaries. It had a distinctive appearance with its sleek design and twin funnels.
The Pasteur continued its transatlantic and cruise service until it was retired in 1965. After its retirement, the ship was sold to the Soviet Union and was renamed the SS Leonid Sobinov. It served as a cruise ship and a floating hotel for many years under the Soviet flag. The vessel was eventually scrapped in the late 1980s.
The SS Pasteur remains notable for its pre-war elegance, wartime service, and post-war resurgence as a symbol of luxury and travel.
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