
1935 Transatlantic crossing
The 1935 transatlantic crossing was notable for its speed and innovation, as the German luxury liner SS Bremen successfully traveled from Europe to America in record time for its class—about 4 days and 4 hours. This achievement showcased advancements in ship design and navigation, reflecting the era’s technological progress. The voyage symbolized increasing modernity in ocean travel, offering quicker and more comfortable transatlantic transportation, and helped establish the Bremen as a symbol of German engineering expertise during the interwar period.