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U.S.S. Maine, paymaster's room, 1896. Creator: Unknown
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U.S.S. Maine, paymaster's room, 1896. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Maine, paymaster's room, 1896
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Battleship Crew Crewman Crewmen Naval Ship Officers Paymaster Sailor Sailors Seaman Seamen United States Navy Us Navy Warships Company Detroit Publishing Detroit Publishing Co Detroit Publishing Company Dry Plate Negative Glass 8 X 10 In Edwin H Husher Naval Warfare Warship William A Livingstone
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This striking photograph captures the interior of the U.S.S. Maine's paymaster's room in 1896. The image, taken using a dry plate negative glass 8 x 10 in, offers a glimpse into the daily life of the American battleship during the late 19th century. The paymaster's room, filled with desks and shelves, serves as the financial hub of the ship, where crewmen would go to receive their wages and supplies. The U.S.S. Maine, a first-class pre-dreadnought battleship, was a symbol of American naval power during this era. Its deployment to Cuba during the Spanish-American War in 1898 would ultimately lead to its tragic sinking in Havana Harbor, an event that brought the United States into the conflict. The photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, reveals the meticulous organization of the room, with crewmen carefully sorting through papers and supplies. The men, dressed in their uniforms, appear focused and engaged in their tasks. The paymaster, likely seated at the central desk, oversees the operation with a sense of authority. This photograph, now held in the Library of Congress, offers a unique perspective into the inner workings of a naval ship during a pivotal moment in American history. The image not only captures the professional aspect of life aboard the U.S.S. Maine but also highlights the human element of the crew, showcasing the men who manned the ship and kept it operational.
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