"Yard Long" Photograph of the Officers and Crew of the USS Waters
Item #: WR1306
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This is a black and white "Yard Long" photograph of the crew of the USS Waters, APD-8, taken in Los Angeles, California 10 September, 1945. The image measures 28 3/4" wide and 8" high. It shows the officers and crew of the Waters in an outdoor setting. The ten officers and one hundred thirteen enlisted men are in their dress uniforms. The USS Waters was a Wickes class destroyer during the war, being named in honor of Daniel Waters, an officer in the Continental Navy. During the war the ship performed several different functions, from convoy escort, anti submarine patrols to her final conversion of high speed transport and receiving the designation APD-8. It was during this time that the ship was home to many different units during the trips to invade the Japanese held islands. Among the units were the 4th Marine Raider Battalion, the New Zealand Commando Force and the 1st Battalion 2nd Marine Regiment to name a few. The USS Waters earned seven battle stars for her service during WWII. The Waters was decommissioned on 12 October, 1945 at Terminal Island at Los Angeles, California. This image was taken just four weeks before the ship was decommissioned. It is very clear and shows some very good detail. This would make a great addition to any Navy collection, framed and hanging on the wall.
Shipping Weight:
1 lb
Your Price $175.00 USD
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