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NH 74185 US Navy "Boston Whaler" Skimmer

US Navy "Boston Whaler" Skimmer
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Title: US Navy "Boston Whaler" Skimmer
Caption: Speeds across the waters of an inner harbor on operation stable door, harbor defense in Vietnam. Designed with a fiberglass hull and powered by an outboard engine, this 16 1/2 foot craft can reach any area of the harbor in only a few minutes using speeds in excess of 20 knots. Two and three man crews use the speedy craft for inspecting sampans entering the harbors.
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Catalog #: NH 74185
Copyright Owner: Naval History and Heritage Command
Original Creator: JO1 E.T. Tompkins, photographer
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Original Medium: BW Photo
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