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Group Photograph of the attendees at one of the USS Laffey's (DD-724) Association Reunions.
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In this photograph the USS Independence (CVL-22) can be seen on the move.
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The USS Independence (CVL-22) can be seen headed out to sea.
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This crossing the line certificate shows that Samuel Wingrove became a trusty shellback after crossing the equator while aboard the USS Barnett (AP-5).
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Samuel Wingrove attending one of the Laffey Association reunions with his family.
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This pamphlet contains information and pictures from the Laffey Association Reunion held in 1973.
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This photograph shows crowds gathered aboard the Laffey as part of Navy Day celebrations in Hawaii.
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This photograph shows crowds gathered aboard the USS Laffey (DD-724) as part of Navy Day celebrations in Hawaii.
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This identification card shows that Samuel Wingrove was an active member of the United States Navy. It also lists some identifying features about Wingrove, such as his height, weight, hair color, and...
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This identification card shows that Samuel Wingrove was an active member of the United States Navy. It also lists some identifying features about Wingrove, such as his height, weight, hair color, and...
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This certificate shows that Samuel Wingrove honorably served on active duty as a part of the United States Navy from 1946-1952. Samuel Wingrove had a long, successful career in the Navy and would...
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This liberty pass was issued to Samuel Wingrove in 1951 while he was serving aboard the USS Palau (CVE-122).
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This liberty pass was issued to Samuel Wingrove in 1951 while he was serving aboard the USS Palau (CVE-122).
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On this page Samuel Wingrove agrees to several requirements set by the United States Navy and officially becomes an applicant for enlistment in the Navy on October 9, 1939.
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In this photograph Samuel Wingrove can be seen having his first meal as a Chief Petty Officer in the CPO's Mess. Wingrove and another new Chief Petty Officer can be seen eating out of large wooden...
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This photograph shows Samuel Wingrove and an unidentified officer both wearing their dress blue uniforms.
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In this letter Samuel Wingrove is given his Laffey (DD-724) plank owner card. The possibility of the USS Laffey being memorialized in Philadelphia is discussed. The letter closes with a mention of...
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This permit shows that Samuel Wingrove was issued this learner's permit on April 11, 1939. The reverse side of the card has a stamp signifying that Samuel successfully gained an operator's license on...
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This pocket-sized travel guide provides American sailors with a brief overview of Port-au-Prince. The guide features artwork by artist and USS Wasp (CVA-18) crewman John Tuska. The photos and language...
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This small pink pamphlet provided American tourists with basic information about New Caledonia. The pamphlet also has a collection of photographs from New Caledonia. The photos and language in the...