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NH 97590 USS Shangri-La (CVA-38)

Photo #: NH 97590 USS Shangri-La (CVA-38)
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Title: USS Shangri-La (CVA-38)
Description: A crewman paints one of the carrier's hausepipes, while supporting himself on anchor chain, 4 May 1966. Photographed by PH2 Jack Weir. Note the position of this man's safety line, passing under his chin. This is not healthy! Official U.S. Navy Photograph, from the collections of the Naval History and Heritage Command.
Catalog #: NH 97590
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