THOMAS H. BARRY
Original name was ORIENTE. Renamed in 1941 after Maj Gen Thomas Henry Barry, U.S. Army. In 1946 converted to carry military dependents -- 390 adults and 148 children. This was NOT a "Gen" ship, even though it was named after one. |
Most dependents who crossed the International Date Line were awarded a special certificate to honor the event -- like this one!