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Photograph of the USS Yorktown's Captain John Fifield welcoming the Apollo 8 astronauts: James Lovell Jr., Frank Borman, and William "Bill" Anders.
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Photograph of the three Apollo 8 astronauts walking on the flight deck just after their arrival. From left to right are: Frank Borman, James A. Lovell Jr., William Anders, and Captain John Fifield.
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Color slide of Captain John Fifield seated in the Captain's chair on the bridge of the USS Yorktown (CVS-10).
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Captain John Fifield introduces the Apollo 8 Astronauts, James Lovell Jr., Frank Borman, and William "Bill" Anders, following the recovery of their capsule by the USS Yorktown (CVS-10).
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Photograph of the Apollo 8 astronauts addressing the crew and the media following the recovery of the Apollo 8 capsule. Captain John Fifield holds the microphone for Frank Borman.
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Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum has been nominated by the prestigious USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards in the "Best Ship Museum" category! This national recognition celebrates the Museum...
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A square, gray metal plaque with four bore holes in each corner and an engraving which indicates the commemoration of USS Yorktown (CV-10)'s hull laying by Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock...
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Photograph of a group of sailors holding camera equipment and smiling for a photo.
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The Education Department at Patriots Point strives to support educators and their students while enriching the lives of learners of all ages. Our programs and resources are based on South Carolina...
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A bright blue aircraft with yellow detailing on the wings, cockpit, and tailfin. The Hornet has markings for the 'U.S. Navy,' and the 'Blue Angels,' and the bureau number is 162435. The McDonnell...