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2015 computer enhanced sonar image of the sunken USS Independence in 2,600 feet of water off Half Moon Bay, California. Note that the colors are to better show the features and are not the true colors of the wreck.

Caption     2015 computer enhanced sonar image of the sunken USS Independence in 2,600 feet of water off Half Moon Bay, California. Note that the colors are to better show the features and are not the true colors of the wreck. ww2dbase
Photographer    Unknown
Source    ww2dbaseUnited States National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration
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Independence   Main article  Photos  
Photo Size 1,920 x 585 pixels
Photos at Same Place Pacific Ocean
Added By David Stubblebine
Licensing  This work is believed to be in the public domain.

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1. Commenter identity confirmed David Stubblebine says:
7 Sep 2016 04:57:58 PM

Note the distinct outline of an airplane at the base of the forward elevator, probably an SB2C-5 Helldiver.

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