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NH 41647 USS Connecticut

Photo #: NH 41647 USS Connecticut
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Title: USS Connecticut
Description: (Battleship # 18) Polywogs receive the attentions of shellbacks in the dunking tank, as part of Equator crossing ceremonies during the first leg of the cruise around the World, early January 1908. In the left center, the Royal Barber prepares to shave another polywog, prior to dumping his into the tank. Photographed the ship's bridge. Collection of Lieutenant Commander Richard Wainwright, 1928. U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command Photograph.
Catalog #: NH 41647
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