Blue Riband
During the maiden voyage, the CGT refused to predict that their ship would win the Blue Riband. However, by the time the ship reached New York, medallions of the Blue Riband victory, made in France, were delivered to passengers and the ship flew a blue pennant. An estimated 100,000 spectators lined New York Harbor for "Normandie"'s arrival. All passengers were presented with a medal celebrating the occasion on behalf of the CGT.