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Crew members, US Olympia, flagship cruiser
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Crew members, US Olympia, flagship cruiser
Group photo of crew members, US flagship Olympia, cruiser, with Lieutenant-Commander Louis Sayre Van Duzer and officers. Date: circa 1898
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Caps Crew Cruiser Deck Flagship Informal Lieutenant Olympia Relaxed Sailor Sailors Officers Sayre
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This evocative group photograph captures the relaxed camaraderie of the crew members aboard the US flagship Olympia, a cruiser that played a pivotal role in the United States Navy during the late 1890s. The image, taken circa 1898, features Lieutenant-Commander Louis Sayre Van Duzer, center, surrounded by a group of officers clad in their distinctive naval uniforms. The informal setting on the deck of the ship adds to the sense of ease and camaraderie among the men. The US Olympia, a protected cruiser, was commissioned in 1895 and was one of the most advanced warships of its time. It saw action in the Spanish-American War, and its capture of the Spanish flagship, the Reina Mercedes, was a significant victory for the US Navy. The crew members in this photograph exude a sense of pride and professionalism, their white uniforms adorned with gold braid and insignia. Many wear caps, some with the distinctive peaked visors that were a common feature of naval headgear during this period. The men's relaxed postures and casual expressions add a humanizing touch to the image, offering a glimpse into the lives of the brave men who served aboard this iconic flagship. This photograph is an invaluable historical record of the US Navy during a time of great change and expansion. It captures the spirit of the crew members and the importance of the US Olympia in American naval history.
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