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NH 59921 USS Memphis

Photo #: NH 59921 USS Memphis
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Title: USS Memphis
Description: (Armored Cruiser # 10) Wrecked at Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, where she was thrown ashore by tidal waves on the afternoon of 29 August 1916. This view probably was taken early on 30 August, as the ship appears to be abandoned. Note the anchor chain running seaward from her starboard bow. U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command Photograph.
Catalog #: NH 59921
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