US Navy 1950 USS Worcester in naval harbor 9.5x6 Rare Original Photo

Description: An original, first-generation photograph from a stunning war photo collection compiled by friend of the USMC, Marion Fischer...Type & Size: A 9.5x6" original photograph.Condition: Fair vintage condition. The front may have pen/pencil/crayon markings from its original use as a published photo. May have wrinkles, missing corners, or other damage from age. Please see photos for details. This photograph depicts the USS Worcester (CL-144), a Cleveland-class light cruiser, docked in a harbor. The ship is flanked by tugboats assisting in maneuvering or anchoring the vessel. The environment indicates an active harbor with additional ships and industrial structures visible in the background.The USS Worcester (CL-144) was commissioned in 1948 and served during the post-World War II era, including deployments during the Korean War. Known for its anti-aircraft capabilities, the USS Worcester was an essential part of the US Navy's defensive and offensive strategies during its years of service. The presence of tugboats suggests typical naval operations or the possibility of the ship arriving or departing from a port.Present in this photo: none- - - This photograph originates from a massive Type 1 photo collection compiled by Mrs Marion Fischer. It contained over 500 mostly Navy & USMC press and personal photos spanning from Pearl Harbor through the Korean War. A number of these photos appear to have never been published. During World War II Marion Fischer worked with the Emergency Aid of Pennsylvania. On her own, she started a project to provide kits for Marines. She wrote to her friends as well as celebrities to appeal for money for these kits that held toilet articles, writing paper, and a picture frame. Once the war ended, Mrs. Fischer found herself with the beginnings of a collection of letters from military officials. She again started writing letters to Marine Corps officers asking for items she could add to her collection. She mainly received photographs and biographical notes. Later, she was able to obtain war souvenirs. She displayed this collection in her home and opened it up to Marines wanting to view the holdings. Much of her collection is now part of the USMC archives referenced as Coll/858. Other parts of it, such as this photo collection, were sold by her estate. Many of the photos in this collection were sent in to her by an incredible list of high ranking personnel including fleet Admiral Nimitz, Rear Admiral James Fife, and scores of others.

Price: 45 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

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