Description: This is an original photo from a sailor who served aboard USS General H. B. Freeman (AP-123), a Squier-class transport ship during WWII. It was acquired in a collection from an Estate in New York.Type & Size: A 5x4" original photograph.Condition: Good vintage condition; light age wear, corners may have slight damage. Please see photos. This photo shows a large gathering of soldiers on the deck of a ship during World War II. The soldiers appear to be listening to a speech or address from a senior officer. They are wearing military uniforms and are assembled closely together, both on the main deck and on an elevated platform towards the back of the photo. The setting is clearly that of a naval environment, likely as part of troop transport operations in 1945.During World War II, troop transport ships like the USS General H. B. Freeman played a critical role in moving large numbers of soldiers to various locations around the world. These ships were often bustling with activity as they carried out their missions. The on-deck gatherings, such as the one seen in the photo, were likely occasions for important briefings, morale-boosting speeches, or other significant announcements.Present in this photo: none
Price: 29 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2025-01-14T13:02:13.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Photograph
Subject: military, ship deck, assembly, WWII, naval operations, soldiers,
Theme: militaria,conflicts & wars,maritime,portrait
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1945
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 5x4 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: No
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
