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U.S.S. Petrel, between 1889 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
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U.S.S. Petrel, between 1889 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Petrel, between 1889 and 1901
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1901 Battleship Gunboat Naval Ship 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 photograph depicts the U.S.S. Petrel, an American gunboat that served in the United States Navy between 1889 and 1901. The image, captured during the late 19th or early 20th century, shows the Petrel anchored in a calm body of water, with its distinctive funnel and smokestacks rising high above the deck. The U.S.S. Petrel was a vital part of the naval fleet during this period, contributing to the transportation and protection of American interests both domestically and abroad. The photograph, which is a dry plate glass negative measuring 8 x 10 inches, was taken by an unknown photographer. It is now part of the extensive collection at the Library of Congress in Washington D.C., a testament to the rich maritime history of the United States. The Petrel's sleek design and powerful guns reflect the technological advancements and military prowess of the time, making this image an invaluable piece of historical documentation. The U.S.S. Petrel's service history is not well documented, but it is known that it was commissioned in 1889 and was decommissioned in 1901. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the past, providing us with a tangible connection to the naval warfare and transportation methods of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. With its intriguing mystery and historical significance, this image continues to captivate and inspire those with an interest in American history, naval warfare, and the evolution of transportation.
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