Description: An original photograph from an album of a soldier who served aboard the USS Idaho from between 1934 and 1937. It is likely very rare or one of a kind.Type & Size: A 9.5x7.5" original photograph.Condition: Good to fair vintage condition; light age wear, smudging, corners may have slight damage or some light wrinkling / creasing. Please see photos. The photograph shows three sailors aboard the deck of a ship, likely the USS Idaho, proudly displaying an impressive collection of maritime knots and tools mounted on a large board. One sailor sits inside a life preserver labeled "Idaho," emphasizing the ship's identity, while the other two stand on either side of the board. All are in standard Navy uniforms, exuding a sense of camaraderie and pride in their nautical skills.The USS Idaho (BB-42) was a battleship in the United States Navy, commissioned in 1919 and used during World War II. By 1930, when this photo was taken, the ship was involved mostly in peacetime operations, which included training exercises, goodwill visits, and showing a strong naval presence. The display of knots reflects traditional seamanship skills that are crucial for any naval operation.Visible text: "IDAHO" on the life preserver. There are no identified individuals by name.
Price: 69 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-12-13T12:32:32.000Z
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: sailors, knots, navy, life preserver, deck, maritime
Theme: nautical, militaria, maritime, people
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1930
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 9.5x7.5 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: Yes
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
