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were the first liners to offer a large number of cabins with private balconies. Casa
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She was a 23,970 gross ton, with an overall length of 192,92m and a breadth of 24.23m. She had one funnel, two masts, twin screw and could reach a maximum speed of 19 knots. There was accommodation for 310 First, 460 Second, 310 intermediate and 700 3rd class passengers. In 1930 her accommodation was
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carrying troops and colonists. On 12 May, she was given new engines and renovated at the shipyard in
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