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NH 69477-KN Insignia: USS MOUNT BAKER (AE-4)

Insignia: USS MOUNT BAKER (AE-4)
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Title: Insignia: USS MOUNT BAKER (AE-4)
Caption: This emblem, adopted in 1968, symbolizes the tradition and progress of the U.S. Navy, and the contribution of USS MOUNT BAKER to this heritage. The twin tridents, taken from the emblem of the service force, Pacific fleet, represent MOUNT BAKER's long service with the U.S. fleet. The inverted "V" depicts the ship's namesake, Mount Baker, in Washington. The flaming shell symbolizes the mission of the ammunition ship. The commissioning pennant represents the MOUNT BAKER's naval service.
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Catalog #: NH 69477-KN
Copyright Owner: Naval History and Heritage Command
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After this Year: 1960
Before this Year: 1969
Original Medium: Color Photo, BW Photo
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