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"Ens. William C. Grigsby, Jr...knocked down two Japanese planes and took part in the first and second carrier strikes at Tokyo as a Hellcat pilot with Air Group 12 in the Pacific." -Fleet Home Town...
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After sweet-talking a transfer to the USS Yorktown in May 1944, Seaman 1/c Warren Vernon "Bill" Tucker was assigned to assist in the photo lab. Although he had no prior photography experience, Tucker...
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Join Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum in celebrating the 250th Birthday of the United States Navy. What better way to celebrate this milestone in Charleston, SC, than with artifacts and photos...
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While enjoying liberty on the island of Leyte, a group of pilots from Air Group Twelve of the USS Randolph (CV-15) break out in song.
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Navy officers and sailors enjoying Schlitz beers at a picnic while on shore leave. The caption underneath the photograph reads, "Cotton Our Yeoman."
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The USS Yorktown Foundation is proud to host the 3rd Annual Holes Fore Heroes Golf Tournament on October 5, 2026, at Charleston National Golf Club. This premier event brings together veterans, active...
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What does it take to preserve historic warships more than 80 years after their service? Join Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum historian Colby Causey for a conversation with Chief Engineer, David...
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Join us for a one-of-a-kind Spin experience on the flight deck as Sweat on the Ship x JIBE bring the energy to the USS Yorktown. Clip in and ride with us against the backdrop of the Charleston Harbor...
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Built on proven sports-science principles, this full-body training experience is designed to help you build strength, improve endurance, and push past your limits—regardless of your age or fitness...
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[solidcore] is a high-intensity, low-impact resistance workout that strengthens and challenges the entire body through slow, controlled movements. Designed for all fitness levels, the class delivers a...
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Ensign E.J. Hauser (middle) of Air Group Three, Rear Admiral Arthur Radford (left) and another sailor celebrates the 17,000th landing on the USS Yorktown (CV-10).
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This letter authorized Pierre Grace to travel from Hawaii back to the West Coast of the United States of America. This letter also references the Commander in Chief of the United States Pacific Fleet...
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Irven Klug and members of Air Group Eighty-Eight celebrating in an officer's compartment.
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Don Knapp of VF-1 Squadron, holding a drink and a cigarette while on shore leave.
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Three USS Hancock (CV-19) sailors pose for a picture while enjoying a beer at a bar during World War II. Written on the back of the photograph, "Richard E. Goedeke (left)."
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Two members of the VF-1 Squadron enjoying rest and relaxation while on shore leave. The caption underneath the photograph reads, "Reinert."
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Members of the VF-1 squadron enjoying their shore leave beer while other members of the squadron play beach volleyball in the background.
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VF-1 Squadron officers sitting inside a large vehicle, two are holding drinks. The caption underneath the photograph reads, "A drink is a drink!"
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Members of the U.S. Navy traveling from their carrier to Ulithi island for shore leave. A United States aircraft carrier can be seen in the background.