CONSTRUCTION OF USS FORRESTAL (CVA-59)

Description

1) MLS Large prefabricated piece of USS FORRESTAL (CVA-59) on pier side of dry dock, (SV).2) LA MS Men pulling chains; chain falls leveling this prefabricated section so that it will be at the right angle when it is lowered to the ship.3) LA Large piece is brought over onto the FORRESTAL as it is being put into place, (SV).4) HA MS Prefabricated piece after it is put in place.5) HA MS Man welding new piece added to FORRESTAL.6) HA MS Piece sticking out from side of ship, (SV).7) MCU One of the large chains falls that is holding this piece in place.8) MS Top of large prefabricated piece; crane in BG holding it up.

Collection

General Records of the Department of the Navy

Series

Moving Images Relating to Military Activities