Title

USS LSM-143 Christening Bottle

Description
Woven silver christening bottle sealed with the remnants of a glass champagne bottle tucked inside. The bottle reads "LSM 143, Launched, Charleston Navy Yard, May 18 1944, Sponsor Mrs. JA McDonough."
Collection
James A. McDonough Collection
Context
A Landing Ship, Medium (LSM), the USS LSM-143, was launched by Mary Edna McDonough at the Charleston Navy Yard on May 18, 1944. LSM 143 would deliver supplies to ships and bases in the Pacific during World War II, as well as participate in the landings at the Battle of Iwo Jima.
Accession #
2023.29
Primary Image of USS LSM-143 Christening Bottle