Description: An original photo taken by a sailor who was a radio operator aboard the USS Milwaukee in World War I. It is likely an extremely rare or one of a kind photo.Type & Size: A 5x3" original photograph.Condition: Original and in fair to good vintage condition. It was part of an album and is either mounted on cardboard or has remnants of cardboard backing on its reverse side. Please see photos. A group of men in swimwear is gathered on a wooden diving platform at Mare Island, California, in 1916. They appear relaxed and are enjoying a moment together by the water. The platform is set against a backdrop of grassy hills, and the image captures a candid glimpse into recreational activities during this period.Mare Island Naval Shipyard, located in Vallejo, California, was the first United States Navy base established on the Pacific Ocean. During World War I, it played a crucial role in shipbuilding and repair, supporting American naval operations.Text visible on the image reads: "Mare Island Cal 1915."
Price: 29 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-12-20T05:30:46.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
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: swimwear, diving, naval shipyard, recreation, 1910s
Theme: conflicts & wars, community life, maritime, history
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1916
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 5x3 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1924
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: Yes
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
