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NH 42117 Hurricane at Apia, Samoa, 15-16 March 1889

Photo #: NH 42117  Hurricane at Apia, Samoa, 15-16 March 1889
Title: Hurricane at Apia, Samoa, 15-16 March 1889
Description: Vandalia before the Hurricane Artwork by Rear Admiral Lewis A. Kimberly, contained in his personal journal of the Apia Hurricane. It shows USS Vandalia at anchor in Apia Harbor prior to the storm. She has not yet made preparations for heavy weather, as top and topgallant masts are still up. Courtesy of the Naval Historical Foundation. Donation of Miss Elsie S. Kimberly, January 1958. U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command Photograph.
Catalog #: NH 42117
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