Yes, merchant ships can carry passengers, though this is not their primary function. Some cargo vessels, particularly those on specific routes, may have accommodations for a limited number of passengers, offering a more unique travel experience compared to traditional cruise ships. However, the facilities and amenities on merchant ships are typically more basic, focusing primarily on cargo transport. Passengers should check with the shipping line for availability and safety regulations.
Merchant ships did (and still do!) travel all over the world, wherever there are sea ports.
Frederick C. Matthews has written: 'American merchant ships, 1850-1900' -- subject(s): History, Merchant marine, Merchant ships, Ships
Charles E. Cartwright has written: 'The tale of our merchant ships' -- subject(s): Merchant marine, Ships
See How_many_times_a_year_do_ships_sink
Merchant Marine Liberty ships
Merle T. Cole has written: 'The Patuxent \\' -- subject- s -: History, Merchant marine, Merchant ships, Preservation, Ships
At sea, but not in port.
Henry S. Marcus has written: 'Neither guns nor butter' -- subject(s): Merchant marine 'Marine transport management' -- subject(s): Merchant marine, Merchant ships, Shipping, Steamboat lines
Donald John Munro has written: 'The roaring forties and after' -- subject(s): Clipper ships, Description and travel, Merchant marine, Seafaring life
The Merchant Marine naval ships provided the transport of supplies .
They drove the carrying of trade to foreign ships, hurting the U.S. Merchant Marine fleet.