The SS Gaelic was a steamship built in 1872 by the Barrow Shipbuilding Company for the White Star Line. It was primarily used for passenger and cargo transport between the United Kingdom and New Zealand. The ship had a length of 380 feet and a speed of 12 knots, making it a reliable vessel for long-distance voyages. The SS Gaelic went through several ownership changes and was involved in various incidents during its service life, including collisions and groundings. In 1897, the ship was sold to a German company and renamed the SS Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse. It was eventually scrapped in 1923. The SS Gaelic played a significant role in maritime history as a part of the White Star Line fleet and as a symbol of the technological advancements in steamship construction during the late 19th century.

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