Caption | USS Hornet (Essex-class) laying off Norfolk Navy Yard, Portsmouth, Virginia, United States, 19 Dec 1943 shortly after commissioning showing off her MS33/3a paint scheme. Photo 3 of 4. ww2dbase | |||||||||
Photographer | Unknown | |||||||||
Source | ww2dbaseNational Museum of Naval Aviation RL Lawson Collection | |||||||||
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Photos on Same Day | 19 Dec 1943 | |||||||||
Photos at Same Place | Portsmouth, Virginia, United States | |||||||||
Added By | David Stubblebine | |||||||||
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WW2-Era Place Name | Portsmouth, Virginia, United States |
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