SS Frederik VIII Archival Collection

SS Frederik VIII Departing from Copehagen circa 1925. GGA Image ID # 1d474b7a2c

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Frederik VIII (1913) Scandinavian-American Line (Danish)

Built by A. G. "Vulkan", Stettin, Germany. Tonnage: 11,850. Dimensions: 523' x 62' (544' o.l.). Twin-screw, 17 knots. Triple expansion engines. Two masts and two funnels. Maiden voyage: Copenhagen-Oslo-New York, February 5, 1914. Final Voyage: Made her final voyage to New York in December 1935. Fate: Sold to Hughes Bolckow for scrap in September 1936 and was dismantled by 1937.

1916-11-14 SS Frederik VIII Passenger List

Cabin Passenger List for the SS Frederik VIII of the Scandinavian America Line, Departing Tuesday, 14 November 1916 from Copenhagen to New York, Commanded by Captain A. G. Thomsen, RD, DM.

1919-12-09 SS Frederik VIII Passenger List

Cabin Passenger List for the SS Frederik VIII of the Scandinavian America Line, Departing Tuesday, 9 December 1919 from Copenhagen to New York, Commanded by Captain A. G. Thomsen, RAFD, DM.

1920-08-05 SS Frederik VIII Passenger List

First and Second Cabin Passenger List for the SS Frederik VIII of the Scandinavian America Line, Departing Thursday, 5 August 1920, from Copenhagen to New York, Commanded by Captain R. Gøtsche, R. AF DBG.

1924-02-07 SS Frederik VIII Passenger List

Cabin Passenger List from the SS Frederik VIII of the Scandinavian America Line, Departing 7 February 1924 from Copenhagen to New York, Commanded by Captain F. Mechlenburg.

1931-05-29 SS Frederik VIII Passenger List

Cabin and Tourist Third Cabin Passenger List from the SS Frederik VIII of the Scandinavian America Line, Departing Friday, 29 May 1931 from New York to Copenhagen via Kristiansand and Oslo, Commanded by Captain F. Mechlenburg.

1917 - Scandinavian American Line Direct Services

1917 Brochure covers History, Fleet, Accommodations (First, Second and Third Class), Connections at Ports, Information on Scandinavia and Offices and Agencies. Numerous interior photographs make this brochure exceptional. Featured Ships: Oscar II, Hellig Olav, United States, and Frederik VIII.

1920s - Cabin Service to Northern Europe

16-page brochure from Scandinavian-American Line is devoted to their cabin service to and from Northern Europe. It contains information for passengers about their fleet and cabin accommodation. Featured Ships: Oscar II, Hellig Olav, United States, and Frederik VIII.

1920-08-08 SS Frederik VIII Dinner Menu Card

Vintage Second Cabin Dinner Bill of Fare Card from Sunday, 8 August 1920 on board the SS Frederik VIII of the Scandinavian-American Line featured Frankfurter with German Potato Salad, French Marinated Beef Dish (Carbonnade de Boeuf), and Smoked Ham. A Danish Bill of Fare that emphasizes meat and cheeses to make open faced Danish sandwiches that are very common throughout Denmark and especially Copenhagen.

1923-10-19 SS Frederik VIII Luncheon Menu

Vintage Luncheon Bill of Fare from 19 October 1923 on board the SS Frederik VIII of the Scandinavian-American Line featured Mock Turtle, Roast Duck, and Anchovies for Danish Soup and Sandwiches. Bill of Fare printed in Danish Only - Primarily Scandinavian dishes.

Schedules Sailings, New York-Copenhagen-Oslo (Kristiania), from 9 December 1919 to 25 February 1920. Brief Post World War I Schedule Included the Ships Frederik VIII, United States, and Oscar II. SS Frederik VIII Passenger List, 8 December 1919. GGA Image ID # 1e38b91fa2

Sailing Schedule, New York-Copenhagen-Oslo (Kristiania), from 6 August 1920 to 6 January 1921. Ships Included the Frederik VIII, Hellig Olav, Oscar II, and the United States. SS Frederik VIII Passenger List, 5 August 1920. GGA Image ID # 1e38cf4317

Sailing Schedule, New York-Copenhagen-Kristiana (Oslo), from 12 December 1922 to 21 June 1923. Ships Included the Frederik VIII, Hellig Olav, Oscar II, and United States. SS United States Passenger List, 12 December 1922. GGA Image ID # 1e35f8752b

Sailing Schedule, New York-Copenhagen-Kristiana (Oslo), from 15 May 1924 to 8 January 1925. Ships Included the Frederik VIII, Hellig Olav, Oscar II, and United States. SS United States Passenger List, 15 May 1924. GGA Image ID # 1e368cae44

Sailing Schedule, Copenhagen-Oslo-New York, from 14 July 1927 to 5 January 1928. Ships Included the Frederik VIII, Hellig Olav, Oscar II, and the United States. SS Hellig Olav Passenger List, 23 July 1927. GGA Image ID # 1f450db980

Sailing Schedule, Copenhagen-Oslo-New York, from 17 July 1929 to 7 January 1930. Ships Included the Frederik VIII, Hellig Olav, Oscar II, and United States. SS Hellig Olav Passenger List, 27 July 1929. GGA Image ID # 1e3704a46f

Track Chart and Memorandum of Log, SS Frederik VIII Passenger List, 29 May 1931. GGA Image ID # 1e39035404

Frederik VIII of the Scandinavian-American Line. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 12101b2195

First Cabin Dining Room on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 1212318fea

First Cabin Music Room on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 1211af9d98

First Cabin Ladies' Room on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 121175e74c

First Cabin Writing Room on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 12118e2dc6

First Cabin Smoking Room on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 1211fd53c7

First Cabin Verandah Café on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 1211e26633

First Cabin Children's Dining Room and Playroom on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 121273202c

Enclosed Promenade Deck for First Cabin Passengers on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 12124b0b37

First Cabin Private Suite Sitting Room on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 121236b720

First Cabin Two-Berth Stateroom on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 1212c1d19e

Second Cabin Four-Berth Stateroom on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 1212d6acf8

Second Cabin Dining Room on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 1213b83f8b

Second Cabin Ladies' Room on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 121359ceb9

Second Cabin Smoking Room on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 1213613228

Second Cabin Lounge on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 1213be6e05

Second Cabin Barber Shop on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 1213c93edc

Third Class Ladies' Room on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 121416183a

Third Class Four-Berth Stateroom on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 121421ae44

Third Class Smoking Room on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 12142d5579

Third Class Pantry on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 121431296a

Third Class Dining Room on the SS Frederik VIII. Direct Services, New York to Scandinavia, 1917 Brochure. GGA Image ID # 1214555b39

The SS Frederik VIII of the Scandinavian American Line. Cabin Service to Northern Europe, 1920s Brochure. GGA Image ID # 11c97ffd57

The SS Frederik VIII 1914-1935.The Flagship of the Scandinavian American Line. 11,850 Gross Tons, Twin Screw. Passenger Capacity: 100 First; 300 Second, and 950 Third Class. Cabin Service to Northern Europe, 1920s Brochure. GGA Image ID # 11ca0183c7

First Cabin Lobby on the Frederik VIII. Cabin Service to Northern Europe, 1920s Brochure. GGA Image ID # 11cbed5537

Information for Passengers - 7 February 1924

First Cabin Passenger Information

A bugle is sounded half an hour before and at the beginning of each meal.

• Breakfast from 8:00 am to 9:30 am
• Bouillon at 11:30 am (served on deck)
• Luncheon at 12:30 pm    
• Dinner at 7:00 pm
• Coffee at 3:30 pm
• Tea at 9:00 pm
• Smorrebrod at 10:00 pm

The Bar opens, after departure from port, from 8:00 am to 11:00 pm

Lights are extinguished in the Music Saloon at 11:00 pm and in the Smoking Room 11:30 pm

Seats at Table can be arranged for through the Chief Steward In charge. If two sittings are necessary, children paying half fare take their meals at the second sitting.

Baggage. Questions relating to baggage should be referred to the Deck Officer in charge, who is the Ship's Baggage Master. Baggage marked "Wanted'’ is placed in the Baggage room, where Passengers will have access to it from 10 to 11:30 am and from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm daily.

Valuables. In the Purser's Office the Company has provided a safe in which Passengers may deposit money or other valuables for safe-keeping. As the Company makes no charge for taking care of such articles during the voyage, no responsibility can be accepted for possible loss or damage however such may arise, but Passengers can protect themselves by insurance. The Company is not liable to the Passengers for the loss of valuables kept in the cabins.

Exchange of Money. For the convenience of the Passengers the Purser is prepared to exchange a limited amount of Foreign Money and will give due notice when the Exchange will be open.

Travelers Cheques are accepted in payment of accounts, but the Pursers do not always carry funds to enable them to cash same.

Deck Chairs can be rented from the Deck Steward at a charge of $1.00 each for the voyage.

Steamer Rugs can be rented from the Deck Steward at a charge of $1.00 each for the voyage.

Library. Books can be obtained on applying to the Library Steward.

Physician and Nurse. A Physician and Trained Nurse are in attendance during the voyage. Medicine will be provided free. The Doctor's office is open from 11:00 am to 12 noon and from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Baths. Baths for ladies can be ordered from the Stewardess; baths for gentlemen can be ordered from the Barber.

Telegrams to be dispatched from the first ports of call are accepted In the Purser or Chief Steward.

Second Cabin Passenger Information

A bell is rung half an hour before each meal hour.

• Breakfast from 8:00 am to 9:30 am
• Bouillon at 11:30 am (on deck)
• Dinner at 12:30 pm         
• Supper at 6:00 pm
• Coffee at 3:00 pm
• Tea at 9:00 pm

The Bar opens, after departure from port, from 8:00 am to 11:00 pm

Lights are extinguished in the Ladies' Saloon at 11:00 pm and in the Smoke Boom at 11:30 pm

Seats at Table can be arranged for through the Second Steward in charge. If two sittings are necessary, children paying half fare take their meals at the second sitting.

Baggage. Questions relating to baggage should be referred to the Deck Officer in charge, who is the Ship's Baggage Master. Baggage marked “Wanted” is placed in the baggage room, where Passengers will have access to it from 10 to 11:00 am and from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm daily.

Valuables. In the Purser's Office the Company has provided a safe in which Passengers may deposit money, jewels, ornaments or other valuables for safe keeping. As the Company makes no charge for taking care of such articles during the voyage, no responsibility can be accepted for possible loss or damage however may arise, but Passengers can protect themselves by insurance. The Company is not liable to the Passengers for the loss of valuables kept in the cabins.

Exchange of Money. For the convenience of the Passengers the Purser is prepared to exchange a limited amount of Foreign Money and will give due notice when the Exchange will be open.

Travelers Cheques are accepted in payment of accounts, but the Pursers do not always carry funds to enable them to cash same.

Deck Chairs can be rented from the Deck Steward at a charge of $1.00 each for the voyage.

Steamer Rugs can be rented from the Deck Steward at a charge of $1.00 each for the voyage.

Library. Books can be obtained on applying to the Library Steward.

Physician and Nurse. A Physician and Trained Nurse are in attendance during the voyage. Medicine will be provided free. The Doctor’s office is open from 11:00 am to 12 noon and from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Baths. Baths for ladies can be ordered from the Stewardess ; baths for gentlemen can be ordered from the Bath Room Steward.

Postage Stamps can be obtained from the Second Steward.

Telegrams to be dispatched from the first port of call are accepted by the Purser or Chief Steward.

Source: SS Frederik VIII Passenger List - 7 February 1924

Information for Passengers - 29 May 1931

Wireless Telegrams are received for transmission by the Wireless Operator.

The Dancing Deck—after 7 PM—is at the disposal of Cabin Class passengers or of Tourist Third Cabin passengers, at the ship’s discretion.

Source: SS Frederik VIII Passenger List - 29 May 1931

Scandinavian-American Line SS Frederik VIII Black Cap Tally. GGA Image ID # 1e848afa8a

The First Great Ocean Liners in Photographs - 1983

Sumptuous volume recalls the glorious early years of elegant transatlantic travel. Over 190 historic photographs depict exterior and interior views of 101 great ocean liners, including the Virginian, Imperator, Vaterland, Bismarck, Lusitania, Mauretania, Balmoral Castle, Titanic, Olympic, Aquitania and dozens more. Full captions.