Title
USS Franklin (CV-13) Life Ring
Description
A white life ring with rope handles and "USS Franklin CV-13" printed in blue and black lettering.
Collection
USS FRANKLIN CV13/CVA13/CVS13/AVT8
Context
Donated by Medal of Honor recipient, Lt. Donald "Don" Gary. An engineering officer aboard the USS Franklin, Gary received the medal for his actions during the March 19, 1945 attack on the Franklin. Gary rescued several hundred sailors trapped in a compartment below decks, leading them in groups through the smoke and flames until all were topside.
Accession #
2002.00023
