Originally built as a passenger liner, Matsonia’s maximum capacity was 329 when it launched in 1913. The Matsonia was one of the first ships to gain a second life. After some adjustments, Matsonia became an armed merchant cruiser used by the US Government during both World Wars. It was scrapped in 1957.

• Type: Cargo/Passinger Liner 
• Length: 146 m 
• Tonnage: 9728 tons
• Beam: 17.5 m 
• Launched: 1913