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LAUNCHING OF THE USS FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT (CVB-42) Part 1
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1) SHS-GV Many spectators in shipyard.2) HS Spectators stand on platform.3) SHS-GV Many spectators & workers in shipyard.4) MS Mrs. F. D. Roosevelt walks across bridge, officer behind.5) MCU Mrs. John H. Towers, wife of Vice Adm. J. H. Towers, Adm. Towers & children.6) CU Rushing water.7) MCU Mrs. Roosevelt speaks at mike, Mrs. Towers christens ship.8) SHS Men stand on superstructure & raffles to watch ceremony.9) MS Launching party walks down bridge.10) MS Stern of carrier, 40mm guns BG.11) MS Bow of ship.QUALITY: FAIR
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General Records of the Department of the Navy
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Moving Images Relating to Military Activities
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