The SS Don was a steamship built in 1892 by W. Gray & Co. Ltd. for the City of Dublin Steam Packet Company. The ship primarily operated passenger and mail services between Dublin and Liverpool. During World War I, the SS Don was requisitioned by the British Admiralty for use as a troop transport vessel, playing a key role in transporting soldiers to various destinations. The ship was involved in several incidents during the war, including being torpedoed by a German U-boat in 1917, leading to the loss of several lives. After the war, the SS Don was returned to its original owners and resumed its regular passenger services. The ship continued to operate until 1920 when it was sold for scrap. The SS Don's history reflects its significance as a vital transport vessel during World War I and its role in the maritime industry of the time.

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