TASK FORCE UNDERWAY Part 2

Description

1) HS Blue class DD underway.2) GV Task Force underway; an ESSEX class carrier (CV), several CLs and CAs, a British cruiser and the USS SARATOGA (CVA-60) is also seen, SV.3) LS Flak bursts in sky, shell splashes in water.4) MS USS SARATOGA taking on planes.5) HS 5" anti-aircraft batteries manned and firing.6) HS Scenic view: Sunset scene with the USS SARATOGA on the horizon, SV.7) MS Two heavy cruisers underway; they are of the USS PORTLAND (CA) and the USS SALT LAKE CITY (CA) class.8) LS Carrier taking on planes.9) GV SBD and F4F planes in formation in sky.10) MS Bow looking aft as the turrets train to the side, then fire. Many views.11) CU DD alongside.12) MS Launching planes aboard USS ENTERPRISE while underway at sea.QUALITY: FAIR TO GOOD

Collection

General Records of the Department of the Navy

Series

Moving Images Relating to Military Activities