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A sailor walks along the deck while the ship passes the bridge.

49. View of San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge from Deck of U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
051930
Title:
View of San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge from Deck of U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
ca. 1936-1937
Description:
A sailor walks along the deck while the ship passes the bridge.
Ladders surround the battleship.

50. U.S.S. West Virginia in Dry Dock at Navy Yard, Bremerton, Wa.

IDNO:
051929
Title:
U.S.S. West Virginia in Dry Dock at Navy Yard, Bremerton, Wa.
Date:
ca. 1936-1937
Description:
Ladders surround the battleship.
Crew members surround the battleship as its anchored near the dock.

51. U.S.S. West Virginia at Navy Yard, Bremerton, Wa.

IDNO:
051928
Title:
U.S.S. West Virginia at Navy Yard, Bremerton, Wa.
Date:
1936/09
Description:
Crew members surround the battleship as its anchored near the dock.
Crew members walk around the deck while the ship is at sea.

52. Fan Tail of U.S.S. West Virginia at Sea

IDNO:
051927
Title:
Fan Tail of U.S.S. West Virginia at Sea
Date:
1936
Description:
Crew members walk around the deck while the ship is at sea.
A crew works on the battleship in the dock area.

53. U.S.S. West Virginia at Dry Dock in Washington, D. C.

IDNO:
051926
Title:
U.S.S. West Virginia at Dry Dock in Washington, D. C.
Date:
ca. 1936-1937
Description:
A crew works on the battleship in the dock area.
The bay is seen in the distance.

54. View of the San Francisco Bay from the Deck of the U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
051925
Title:
View of the San Francisco Bay from the Deck of the U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
ca. 1936-1937
Description:
The bay is seen in the distance.
Each link in the anchor chain weighs 100 lbs. and is one foot long. The chain falls through the hawse pipes.

55. U.S.S. West Virginia Anchor Chain and Pipes

IDNO:
051921
Title:
U.S.S. West Virginia Anchor Chain and Pipes
Date:
1936
Description:
Each link in the anchor chain weighs 100 lbs. and is one foot long. The chain falls through the hawse pipes.
Two unidentified admirals are pictured in their dress uniforms.

56. Admirals Visiting the U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
051920
Title:
Admirals Visiting the U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
1937
Description:
Two unidentified admirals are pictured in their dress uniforms.
Photograph of the ship taken from the U.S.S. West Virginia.

57. United States Naval Ship

IDNO:
051919
Title:
United States Naval Ship
Date:
ca. 1936-1937
Description:
Photograph of the ship taken from the U.S.S. West Virginia.
McIlwain was part of the 7th Division Marine Detachment and a crew member on the U.S.S. West Virginia.

58. PFC Russell L. McIlwain, Long Beach, Ca.

IDNO:
051918
Title:
PFC Russell L. McIlwain, Long Beach, Ca.
Date:
1936
Description:
McIlwain was part of the 7th Division Marine Detachment and a crew member on the U.S.S. West Virginia.
Photos are from an album belonging to a member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.

59. Rough Waters Aboard U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
051898
Title:
Rough Waters Aboard U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
ca. 1944-45
Description:
Photos are from an album belonging to a member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.
The photo was taken from the deck of the U.S.S. West Virginia. Photos are from an album belonging to a member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.

60. United States Navy Aircraft Carrier at Sea

IDNO:
051897
Title:
United States Navy Aircraft Carrier at Sea
Date:
ca. 1944-45
Description:
The photo was taken from the deck of the U.S.S. West Virginia. Photos are from an album belonging to a member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.
Photos are from an album belonging to a member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.

61. Unidentified Crew Member on U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
051896
Title:
Unidentified Crew Member on U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
ca. 1944-45
Description:
Photos are from an album belonging to a member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.
Photos are from an album belonging to a member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.

62. Crew Members of U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
051895
Title:
Crew Members of U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
ca. 1944-45
Description:
Photos are from an album belonging to a member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.
Wright, left, is pictured with an unidentified woman on his lap. Photos are from an album belonging to a member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.

63. Seaman William Wright and Female in Hula Skirt, Pearl Harbor, Hi.

IDNO:
051894
Title:
Seaman William Wright and Female in Hula Skirt, Pearl Harbor, Hi.
Date:
1944
Description:
Wright, left, is pictured with an unidentified woman on his lap. Photos are from an album belonging to a member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.
The two men in the photo are sitting on top of or near one of the gun turrets on the ship. Photos are from an album belonging to a crew member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.

64. Two Men on U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
051893
Title:
Two Men on U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
1944-45
Description:
The two men in the photo are sitting on top of or near one of the gun turrets on the ship. Photos are from an album belonging to a crew member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.
Two sailors pose together for a photo. The man on the right is likely named Al. Photos are from an album belonging to a member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.

65. Unidentified Crew Members of U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
051892
Title:
Unidentified Crew Members of U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
1944-45
Description:
Two sailors pose together for a photo. The man on the right is likely named Al. Photos are from an album belonging to a member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.
Photos are from an album belonging to a crew member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.

66. Unidentified Crew Member of U.S.S. West Virginia, Pacific Theater

IDNO:
051891
Title:
Unidentified Crew Member of U.S.S. West Virginia, Pacific Theater
Date:
1944-45
Description:
Photos are from an album belonging to a crew member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.
A man likely named Al is pictured on the ship. Photos are from an album belonging to a crew member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.

67. Unidentified Crew Member of the U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
051890
Title:
Unidentified Crew Member of the U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
1944-45
Description:
A man likely named Al is pictured on the ship. Photos are from an album belonging to a crew member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.
Photos are from an album belonging to a crew member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.

68. Unidentified Crew Member of the U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
051889
Title:
Unidentified Crew Member of the U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
ca. 1944-45
Description:
Photos are from an album belonging to a crew member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.
Photos are from an album belonging to a crew member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa. Another battleship is visible in the background.

69. Unidentified Crew Member of U.S.S. West Virginia Crew

IDNO:
051887
Title:
Unidentified Crew Member of U.S.S. West Virginia Crew
Date:
ca. 1944-45
Description:
Photos are from an album belonging to a crew member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa. Another battleship is visible in the background.
Photos are from an album belonging to a crew member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.

70. Unidentified Member of U.S.S. West Virginia Crew

IDNO:
051886
Title:
Unidentified Member of U.S.S. West Virginia Crew
Date:
ca. 1944-45
Description:
Photos are from an album belonging to a crew member of the U.S.S. West Virginia. William Wright, Radio Technician 2C, was on the ship from 1944-45 and saw action at Leyte Gulf, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.

71. Submarine U.S.S. West Virginia, Commissioned October 20, 1990

IDNO:
033182
Title:
Submarine U.S.S. West Virginia, Commissioned October 20, 1990
Date:
1990/10/20
An aerial view of U.S.S. West Virginia (BB-48), board on beam.

72. U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
033181
Title:
U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
1945/04/20
Description:
An aerial view of U.S.S. West Virginia (BB-48), board on beam.
An aerial view of U.S.S. West Virginia (BB-48), broad on beam.

73. U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
033180
Title:
U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
1945/04/20
Description:
An aerial view of U.S.S. West Virginia (BB-48), broad on beam.
An aerial oblique view of U.S.S. West Virginia in East River, with New York City in background.

74. U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
033179
Title:
U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
1934/05/31
Description:
An aerial oblique view of U.S.S. West Virginia in East River, with New York City in background.
The battleship out at sea.

75. U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
033178
Title:
U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
ca. 1940
Description:
The battleship out at sea.
Three unidentified students observe the U.S.S. West Virginia mast.

76. Freshmen Visit U.S.S. West Virginia Mast, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
024308
Title:
Freshmen Visit U.S.S. West Virginia Mast, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1965
Description:
Three unidentified students observe the U.S.S. West Virginia mast.
With assistance from members of Alpha Phi Omega, a service fraternity, Joe Gluck helps unpack the bell of battle cruiser West Virginia: Doug Ritchey (left); John Liston (right); Dan Blosser (third from left).

77. Alpha Phi Omega Fraternity Members Help to Unpack the Bell of the U.S.S West Virginia, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
024268
Title:
Alpha Phi Omega Fraternity Members Help to Unpack the Bell of the U.S.S West Virginia, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1967
Description:
With assistance from members of Alpha Phi Omega, a service fraternity, Joe Gluck helps unpack the bell of battle cruiser West Virginia: Doug Ritchey (left); John Liston (right); Dan Blosser (third from left).
West Virginia University President James G. Harlow (left) and Naval Reserve Captain Marlyn E. Lugar are shown at dedication ceremonies for the bell from the armored cruiser and battleship U.S.S. West Virginia. In the background is Woodburn Hall and Chitwood Hall.

78. WVU President James G. Harlow at the Dedication of the Bell of the U.S.S. West Virginia, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
023928
Title:
WVU President James G. Harlow at the Dedication of the Bell of the U.S.S. West Virginia, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1967/12/07
Description:
West Virginia University President James G. Harlow (left) and Naval Reserve Captain Marlyn E. Lugar are shown at dedication ceremonies for the bell from the armored cruiser and battleship U.S.S. West Virginia. In the background is Woodburn Hall and Chitwood Hall.
WVU President James G. Harlow speaks at dedication ceremony of the bell from the armored cruiser and battleship U.S.S. West Virginia. Oglebay Hall is pictured in the background.

79. West Virginia University President James G. Harlow at the Dedication of the Bell of the U.S.S. West Virginia, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
023921
Title:
West Virginia University President James G. Harlow at the Dedication of the Bell of the U.S.S. West Virginia, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1967/12/07
Description:
WVU President James G. Harlow speaks at dedication ceremony of the bell from the armored cruiser and battleship U.S.S. West Virginia. Oglebay Hall is pictured in the background.
'Dec. 7, 1967 ceremony dedicating the mast of armored cruiser 'U.S.S. West Virginia.'

80. Dedication of Mast of U.S.S. West Virginia on Memorial Plaza, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
023920
Title:
Dedication of Mast of U.S.S. West Virginia on Memorial Plaza, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1967/12/07
Description:
'Dec. 7, 1967 ceremony dedicating the mast of armored cruiser 'U.S.S. West Virginia.'
'Rev. Joe Gluck speaks at Dec. 7, 1967 dedication ceremonies for the bell from the armored cruiser 'U.S.S. West Virginia.' Two other main speakers are shown seated in the first row: WVU President James B. Harlow (second from left) and Naval Reserve Captain Marlyn E. Lugar (third from left).

81. Joseph Gluck Speaks at the Dedication of the Bell from the U.S.S. West Virginia, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
023918
Title:
Joseph Gluck Speaks at the Dedication of the Bell from the U.S.S. West Virginia, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1967/12/07
Description:
'Rev. Joe Gluck speaks at Dec. 7, 1967 dedication ceremonies for the bell from the armored cruiser 'U.S.S. West Virginia.' Two other main speakers are shown seated in the first row: WVU President James B. Harlow (second from left) and Naval Reserve Captain Marlyn E. Lugar (third from left).
The bell from the armored cruiser and battleship U.S.S. West Virginia, which was dedicated in a ceremony.

82. Bell from the U.S.S. West Virginia at West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
023913
Title:
Bell from the U.S.S. West Virginia at West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1967/12/07
Description:
The bell from the armored cruiser and battleship U.S.S. West Virginia, which was dedicated in a ceremony.
Lugar and Harlow stand behind a podium as they address the crowd at the dedication ceremony.

83. Marlyn Lugar and University President James G. Harlow at the Dedication of the U.S.S. West Virginia Bell, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
023742
Title:
Marlyn Lugar and University President James G. Harlow at the Dedication of the U.S.S. West Virginia Bell, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1967/12
Description:
Lugar and Harlow stand behind a podium as they address the crowd at the dedication ceremony.
A group of men and women are gathered on the plaza during the dedication celebration.

84. Mast of the U.S.S. West Virginia during the Dedication at Memorial Plaza, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
023741
Title:
Mast of the U.S.S. West Virginia during the Dedication at Memorial Plaza, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
undated
Description:
A group of men and women are gathered on the plaza during the dedication celebration.
The mast lays in a field before it is erected at West Virginia University's Memorial Plaza, which is located directly in front of Oglebay Hall.

85. Mast of the U.S.S. West Virginia Before Erected on Memorial Plaza, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
023740
Title:
Mast of the U.S.S. West Virginia Before Erected on Memorial Plaza, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
undated
Description:
The mast lays in a field before it is erected at West Virginia University's Memorial Plaza, which is located directly in front of Oglebay Hall.
A man places a wreath beside the mast of the U.S.S. West Virginia.

86. Dedication Ceremony for the Mast of U.S.S. West Virginia at Memorial Plaza, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
023739
Title:
Dedication Ceremony for the Mast of U.S.S. West Virginia at Memorial Plaza, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1964
Description:
A man places a wreath beside the mast of the U.S.S. West Virginia.
A wreath is placed by the mast of the U.S.S. West Virginia in Memorial Plaza. Martin hall is pictured in the background on the right. Elizabeth Moore Hall can be seen in the background on the left.

87. Wreath Laying Ceremony in Memorial Plaza, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
023737
Title:
Wreath Laying Ceremony in Memorial Plaza, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1965
Description:
A wreath is placed by the mast of the U.S.S. West Virginia in Memorial Plaza. Martin hall is pictured in the background on the right. Elizabeth Moore Hall can be seen in the background on the left.
A view of Memorial Plaza after the completion of the memorial. Woodburn Circle is pictured in background.

88. Mast of U.S.S. West Virginia at Memorial Plaza, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
023734
Title:
Mast of U.S.S. West Virginia at Memorial Plaza, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1963
Description:
A view of Memorial Plaza after the completion of the memorial. Woodburn Circle is pictured in background.
A group of young boys climb onto the mast before the dedication ceremony.

89. Children Playing on the Mast of the U.S.S. West Virginia before it Was Erected in Memorial Plaza, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
023733
Title:
Children Playing on the Mast of the U.S.S. West Virginia before it Was Erected in Memorial Plaza, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1961
Description:
A group of young boys climb onto the mast before the dedication ceremony.
"Mast of the battleship 'West Virginia', 1923-46. A tribute to her gallant crew and to all West Virginians who have served our country in the armed forces, May 11, 1963."

90. Plaque Mounted on Mast of the U.S.S. West Virginia in Memorial Plaza, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
023730
Title:
Plaque Mounted on Mast of the U.S.S. West Virginia in Memorial Plaza, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
undated
Description:
"Mast of the battleship 'West Virginia', 1923-46. A tribute to her gallant crew and to all West Virginians who have served our country in the armed forces, May 11, 1963."
Military officers listen as Joseph Gluck speaks at dedication of the bell from the 'West Virginia' outside Oglebay Hall. In the background is Woodburn Hall.

91. Joseph Gluck Speaks at Dedication Ceremony for the Bell of U.S.S. West Virginia at West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
023729
Title:
Joseph Gluck Speaks at Dedication Ceremony for the Bell of U.S.S. West Virginia at West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1967/12
Description:
Military officers listen as Joseph Gluck speaks at dedication of the bell from the 'West Virginia' outside Oglebay Hall. In the background is Woodburn Hall.
Group portrait of Governor Ephraim Franklin Morgan, Alice Wright Mann, and others at the christening of the U.S.S. West Virginia.

92. Governor Ephraim Franklin Morgan, Alice Wright Mann, and Others at the Christening of the U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
001515
Title:
Governor Ephraim Franklin Morgan, Alice Wright Mann, and Others at the Christening of the U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
1921/11/19
Description:
Group portrait of Governor Ephraim Franklin Morgan, Alice Wright Mann, and others at the christening of the U.S.S. West Virginia.
Portrait of Alice Wright Mann holding a bouquet and a bottle prior to the christening of the U.S.S. West Virginia.

93. Alice Wright Mann at the Christening Ceremony of U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
001514
Title:
Alice Wright Mann at the Christening Ceremony of U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
1921/11/19
Description:
Portrait of Alice Wright Mann holding a bouquet and a bottle prior to the christening of the U.S.S. West Virginia.
Portrait of Alice Wright Mann holding a bouquet and a bottle before the christening of the U.S.S. West Virginia.

94. Alice Wright Mann at the Christening Ceremony of U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
001513
Title:
Alice Wright Mann at the Christening Ceremony of U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
1921/11/19
Description:
Portrait of Alice Wright Mann holding a bouquet and a bottle before the christening of the U.S.S. West Virginia.
Group portrait of Governor Ephraim Morgan, Alice Wright Mann and others ladies holding bouquets before the christening of the U.S.S. West Virginia.

95. Governor Ephraim Franklin Morgan, Alice Wright Mann, and Others at the Christening of the U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
001512
Title:
Governor Ephraim Franklin Morgan, Alice Wright Mann, and Others at the Christening of the U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
1921/11/19
Description:
Group portrait of Governor Ephraim Morgan, Alice Wright Mann and others ladies holding bouquets before the christening of the U.S.S. West Virginia.
Postcard with a side view of the first U.S.S. West Virginia at sea.

96. First U.S.S. West Virginia

IDNO:
001511
Title:
First U.S.S. West Virginia
Date:
1907
Description:
Postcard with a side view of the first U.S.S. West Virginia at sea.