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Capt. & Mrs. Mitchel, Jack Adams, May 31 1917 (date created or publishd later). Creator: Bain News Service. Capt. & Mrs. Mitchel, Jack Adams, May 31 1917 (date created or publishd later). Creator: Bain News Service
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Capt. & Mrs. Mitchel, Jack Adams, May 31 1917 (date created or publishd later). Creator: Bain News Service. Capt. & Mrs. Mitchel, Jack Adams, May 31 1917 (date created or publishd later). Creator: Bain News Service
Capt. & Mrs. Mitchel, Jack Adams, May 31 1917 (date created or published later). Captain Charles Albert Adams (1846-1929), a U.S. naval officer who served as the commander of the USS Recruit, a wooden mockup of a battleship built in Union Square, New York City by the Navy to recruit seamen and sell Liberty Bonds during World War I. With Adams are Mrs. Olive Mitchel, wife of New York Mayor John Purroy Mitchel (1879-1918) and a child, Jack Adams. The photograph was taken on Memorial Day, May 30, 1917, the day of the "launch" of the ship
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1917 Battleship Boarding Captain Commander Dreadnought Landship Recruit Launch Memorial Day Naval Ship New York New York City Recruiting Recruitment Square Training Training Ship Union Square United States Navy Us Navy Uss Recruit Warships Bain George Graham Bain News Service George Graham Bain Naval Warfare Press Photography Warship
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This print captures a moment in history on May 31, 1917, featuring Captain Charles Albert Adams of the USS Recruit alongside Mrs. Olive Mitchel, wife of New York Mayor John Purroy Mitchel, and a young child named Jack Adams. The photograph was taken on Memorial Day, May 30, 1917, during the "launch" of the wooden mockup battleship built in Union Square by the Navy to recruit seamen and sell Liberty Bonds during World War I.
Captain Adams stands tall and proud next to Mrs. Mitchel and young Jack Adams, embodying strength and patriotism as they support their country's efforts during this tumultuous time. The image exudes a sense of unity and determination as these individuals come together for a common cause.
The historical significance of this photo is palpable as it offers a glimpse into the past when America was deeply involved in naval warfare. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by brave men like Captain Adams who dedicated their lives to serving their country.
This snapshot frozen in time by Bain News Service is not just a picture but a piece of living history that tells a story of courage, resilience, and unwavering commitment to duty.
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