Ellis Island Passenger Lists - 1902
Our collection of 1902 passenger lists includes records of voyages to and from New York, Liverpool, Southampton, Hamburg, London, Cherbourg, Plymouth, Bremen, Boston, Montréal, Québec, Galveston, and more. These rare keepsakes are invaluable, as many have been lost, making our collection even more unique and valuable.
Our collection is not just a display of historical artifacts, but a practical resource. It contains samples of passenger lists produced and printed by the steamship lines. These lists serve as valuable tools, often used to illustrate family history books for immigrants from this significant period.
Coveted by collectors and genealogists alike, souvenir passenger lists are a treasure trove of unique information. They often offered beautiful graphical covers and information not found in official manifests, as they focused on the journey rather than the destination. These lists provide a personal touch, a glimpse into the lives and experiences of our ancestors, making them invaluable for tracing family histories.
![Front Cover, Passenger Manifest S. S. Fürst Bismarck, Hamburg America Line 1902](../../../HistoricalImages/PassengerLists/HamburgAmericanLine/FurstBismarck/1902-01-26/Cabin/FrontCover-250.jpg)
1902-01-26 SS Fürst Bismarck Passenger List
Steamship Line: Hamburg Amerika Linie / Hamburg American Line (HAPAG)
Class of Passengers: Cabin
Date of Departure: 26 January 1902
Route: Naples to New York via Gibraltar
Commander: Captain Heinrich H. Barends
![Passenger Manifest, Atlantic Transport Line, SS Minneapolis, 1902](../../../Images600/PassengerLists/AtlanticTransportLine/Minneapolis/1902-04-10/Saloon/01-FrontCover-250.jpg)
1902-04-10 SS Minneapolis Passenger List
Steamship Line: Atlantic Transport Line
Class of Passengers: Saloon
Date of Departure: 10 April 1902
Route: London to New York
Commander: Captain Thomas F. Gates
![GGA Image ID # 1f1c60a233 Front Cover of a Saloon Passenger List from the RMS Oceanic of the White Star Line, Departing 16 April 1902 from Liverpool to New York.](../../../Images600/OT/PL/WSL/Oceanic/1902-04-10/Saloon/01-FrontCover-250.jpg)
1902-04-16 RMS Oceanic Passenger List
Steamship Line: White Star Line
Class of Passengers: Saloon
Date of Departure: 16 April 1902
Route: Liverpool to New York
Commander: Captain J. G. Cameron, R.N.R.
![1902-04-22 Passenger Manifest for the SS Pennsylvania](../../../HistoricalImages/PassengerLists/HamburgAmericanLine/Pennsylvania/1902-04-22/Cabin/01-FrontCover-250.jpg)
1902-04-22 SS Pennsylvania Passenger List
Steamship Line: Hamburg Amerika Linie / Hamburg American Line (HAPAG)
Class of Passengers: Cabin
Date of Departure: 22 April 1902
Route: New York to Hamburg via Plymouth and Cherbourg
Commander: Captain H. Spltedt
![1902-06-21 Passenger Manifest of SS Pennsylvania](../../../HistoricalImages/PassengerLists/HamburgAmericanLine/Pennsylvania/1902-06-21/Cabin/01-FrontCover-250.jpg)
1902-06-21 SS Pennsylvania Passenger List
Steamship Line: Hamburg Amerika Linie / Hamburg American Line (HAPAG)
Class of Passengers: Cabin
Date of Departure: 21 June 1902
Route: Hamburg to New York via Boulogne-sur-Mer and Plymouth
Commander: Captain H. Spliedt
![1902-07-12 Passenger Manifest for the SS Friedrich der Grosse](../../../Images600/PassengerLists/NorthGermanLloyd/FriedrichDerGrosse/1902-07-12/Cabin/01-FrontCover-250.jpg)
1902-07-12 SS Friedrich der Grosse Passenger List
Steamship Line: Norddeutscher Lloyd (North German Lloyd)
Class of Passengers: Cabin
Date of Departure: 12 July 1902
Route: Bremen for New York via Southampton
Commander: Captain G. Rott
![1901-10-05 Passenger List for the SS Devonian](../../../Images600/PassengerLists/LeylandLine/Hanoverian/1902-08-23/Saloon/01-FrontCover-250.jpg)
1902-08-23 SS Hanoverian Passenger List
Steamship Line: Leyland Line
Class of Passengers: Saloon
Date of Departure: 23 August 1902
Route: Liverpool to Boston
Commander: Captain G. W. Muir
![1902 Passenger Manifest Cover - Cunard Line Lucania](../../../Images600/PassengerLists/CunardLine/Lucania/1902-08-16/SecondCabin/01-FrontCover-250.jpg)
1902-08-16 RMS Lucania Passenger List
Steamship Line: Cunard Line
Class of Passengers: Second Cabin
Date of Departure: 16 August 1902
Route: Liverpool to New York
Commander: Captain Alexander McKay, F.R.G.S
![Passenger Manifest, Atlantic Transport Line, SS Minnehaha, 1902](../../../Images600/PassengerLists/AtlanticTransportLine/Minnehaha/1902-08-16/Saloon/01-FrontCover-250.jpg)
1902-08-16 SS Minnehaha Passenger List
Steamship Line: Atlantic Transport Line
Class of Passengers: Saloon
Date of Departure: 16 August 1902
Route: London to New York
Commander: Captain J. Robinson
![GGA Image ID # 1f09f63759 Front Cover of a Cabin Class Passenger List from the SS Westernland of the American Line, Departing 6 September 1902 from Philadelphia to Liverpool.](../../../Images600/OT/PL/AmLn/Westernland/1902-09-06/Cabin/01-FrontCover-250.jpg)
1902-09-06 SS Westernland Passenger List
Steamship Line: American Line
Class of Passengers: Cabin
Date of Departure: 6 September 1902
Route: Philadelphia to Liverpool
Commander: Captain Chas. R. Ehoff
![1902 Passenger Manifest Cover - Cunard Line Saxonia](../../../Images600/PassengerLists/CunardLine/Saxonia/1902-09-16/Saloon/01-FrontCover-250.jpg)
1902-09-16 RMS Saxonia Passenger List
Steamship Line: Cunard Line
Class of Passengers: Saloon
Date of Departure: 16 September 1902
Route: Liverpool to Boston
Commander: Captain R. C. Warr
![1902-09-18 Passenger Manifest for the SS Chemnitz](../../../Images600/OT/PL/NDL/Chemnitz/1902-09-18/Cabin/01-FrontCover-250.jpg)
1902-09-18 SS Chemnitz Passenger List
Steamship Line: Norddeutscher Lloyd (North German Lloyd)
Class of Passengers: Cabin
Date of Departure: 18 September 1902
Route: Bremen to Baltimore and Galveston
Commander: Captain J. Jantzen
![1902-09-30 Passenger Manifest for the SS Kaiserin Maria Theresia](../../../Images600/PassengerLists/NorthGermanLloyd/KaiserinMariaTheresia/1902-09-30/Cabin/01-FrontCover-250.jpg)
1902-09-30 SS Kaiserin Maria Theresia Passenger List
Steamship Line: Norddeutscher Lloyd (North German Lloyd)
Class of Passengers: First and Second Cabin
Date of Departure: 30 September 1902
Route: Bremen to New York via Southampton
Commander: Captain P. Wettin
![GGA Image ID # 20bb06d47a Front Cover, Saloon Passenger List from the RMS Bavarian of the Allan Line, Departing 9 October 1902 from Liverpool to Québec and Montréal.](../../../Images600/OT/PL/AllanLine/Bavarian/1902-10-09/Saloon/01-FrontCover-250.jpg)
1902-10-09 RMS Bavarian Passenger List
Steamship Line: Allan Line
Class of Passengers: Saloon
Date of Departure: 9 October 1902
Route: Liverpool to Québec and Montréal
Commander: Captain Angus MacNicol
![Passenger Manifest Cover, December 1902 Westbound Voyage - SS St. Paul](../../../Images600/PassengerLists/AmericanLine/StPaul/1902-12-06/Saloon/01-FrontCover-250.jpg)
1902-12-06 SS St. Paul Passenger List
Steamship Line: American Line
Class of Passengers: Saloon
Date of Departure: 6 December 1902
Route: Southampton to New York via Cherbourg
Commander: Captain John C. Jamison
Please help us make our passenger list collection more complete. We would appreciate a digital copy if you have an 1902 souvenir passenger list. Please email us at [email protected].
In 1902, several significant world events impacted steamship and ocean liner travel:
- Second Boer War (1899-1902) Conclusion: The conclusion of the Second Boer War in South Africa in May 1902 led to changes in steamship travel patterns. Troop movements and supply transport associated with the war decreased, potentially affecting steamship schedules and routes.
- Economic Expansion: The early 20th century witnessed continued economic expansion, driving increased demand for steamship travel for both commercial purposes and passenger transportation. This economic growth further solidified steamships' importance as a vital component of global trade and transportation networks.
- Technological Advancements: Ongoing advancements in steamship technology continued to enhance ocean liners' efficiency, speed, and safety. Innovations such as improved engines, hull designs, and navigation equipment contributed to more reliable and comfortable passenger voyages.
- Immigration Flows: Immigration waves to countries like the United States and Canada remained significant in 1902, with steamships serving as the primary means of transportation for immigrants crossing the Atlantic. The influx of immigrants influenced steamship companies' operations and travel routes.
- Geopolitical Developments: Various geopolitical developments, including territorial disputes, colonial expansions, and international tensions, impacted steamship travel. Changes in political alliances and conflicts could affect travel routes and passenger safety in certain regions.
- Labor Strikes and Unrest: Labor strikes and unrest among seafaring workers occasionally disrupted steamship operations in different parts of the world. Disputes over working conditions, wages, and union rights could lead to temporary disruptions in ocean liner services.
- Natural Disasters: Natural disasters such as storms, hurricanes, and maritime accidents could disrupt steamship travel by causing delays, damage to vessels, or loss of life. These events underscored the risks associated with ocean travel and the importance of safety measures implemented by steamship companies.
These events collectively shaped the landscape of steamship and ocean liner travel in 1902, influencing travel patterns, technological advancements, and the overall experience of passengers and crew members.