The SS Lombardia was an Italian passenger steamship that operated in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Built in 1905 by William Denny and Brothers in Scotland, the ship was initially named SS Citta di Napoli before being renamed Lombardia in 1934. The Lombardia had a luxurious interior with a capacity for over 2,000 passengers and was known for its speed and comfort. The ship primarily operated on the transatlantic route between Italy and the United States, making regular voyages between Genoa, Naples, and New York City. During World War I, the Lombardia was used as a troop transport by the Italian Navy. In 1918, the ship was damaged by a German submarine attack but managed to reach port safely. After the war, the Lombardia resumed its passenger service until it was scrapped in 1936. The ship had a significant impact on Italian immigration to the United States, playing a vital role in transporting thousands of immigrants seeking a better life in America.

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