Title

Kingfisher Observes the Field

Description
Photograph of a Vought OS2U Kingfisher flying reconnaissance for shore landings taking place during the invasion of Anguar, Palau Island in September 1944.
Context
The Vought OS2U Kingfisher was an observation floatplane used for reconnaissance and air-sea rescue. The Kingfisher mostly operated as a catapult launched floatplane deployed by American battleships and cruisers.
Accession #
2013.00022
Primary Image of Kingfisher Observes the Field