The moment of christening for the Gato-class submarine Silversides and moments before her launch at Mare Island Naval Shipyard, Vallejo, California, United States, 26 Aug 1941.

Caption     The moment of christening for the Gato-class submarine Silversides and moments before her launch at Mare Island Naval Shipyard, Vallejo, California, United States, 26 Aug 1941. ww2dbase
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Identification Code   NH 67591
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Photos on Same Day 26 Aug 1941
Photos at Same Place Vallejo, California, United States
Added By David Stubblebine
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1. Commenter identity confirmed David Stubblebine says:
16 Nov 2023 10:27:27 PM

Left to Right: Matron of Honor Mrs. Lucie Friedell, wife of RAdm Friedell; Capt Frederick G. Crisp, Mare Island Yard Manager; sponsor Mrs. Elizabeth Hogan, wife of Dr. James Hogan; LtCdr Walter Andrews (arm raised), aide to RAdm Friedell; RAdm Wilhelm Friedell, Mare Island Commandant; and Dr. James J. Hogan, prominent Vallejo physician and civic leader.

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