History of the U.S.S. Leviathan, cruiser and transport forces, United States Atlantic fleet Compiled from the ship's log and data gathered by the history committee on board the ship

The account follows the remarkable rise of a massive three‑funnelled cruiser that was seized by U.S. customs in early 1917 and swiftly turned into a naval transport. Under the steady hand of Vice‑Admiral Albert Gleaves, the ship was commissioned and soon began shuttling troops across the Atlantic, confronting the looming threat of German submarines with grit and ingenuity.

Through a series of daring crossings, the vessel proved its mettle, repeatedly navigating war‑zone waters while maintaining an impressive schedule. The narrative captures the crew’s fierce loyalty, the relentless drive of the officers, and the palpable sense of purpose that kept the ship moving forward even as the conflict raged.

Readers will be drawn into the blend of technical detail and human spirit that defined this floating leviathan, gaining insight into how a single ship could become a linchpin in a monumental wartime effort.