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Large original lot of Official U.S. Navy black & white photographs featuring the historic USS Constitution “Old Ironsides” in Boston, Massachusetts during the ship’s 1975 public reopening after a two-year overhaul.
This collection includes a fantastic variety of documented scenes from aboard the famous sailing frigate including:
* Interior crew berthing areas with hammocks
* Ship cannons and deck details
* Visitors touring the vessel
* Maritime reenactors and naval officers
* Public ceremonies and speeches
* Exterior stern and rigging views
* Historic ship architecture and living quarters
* Navy officials and guests during reopening events
Most photographs retain original Naval Photographic Center stamps and typed captions on the reverse identifying scenes, dates, and photographer information. Dated March 14, 1975.
Details:
* Original Official U.S. Navy photographs
* USS Constitution / “Old Ironsides”
* Boston, Massachusetts
* March 1975
* Black & white glossy prints
* Approx. 8x10 size
* Multiple scene types throughout lot
* Vintage originals, not reproductions
Condition:
Overall very good vintage condition with expected light handling wear, minor edge wear, occasional surface marks, and age-related storage wear. Some backs have pencil inventory numbers or release stamps. See photos for exact condition and included images.
Excellent lot for:
* Maritime collectors
* USS Constitution enthusiasts
* Nautical history collections
* Boston historical memorabilia
* Military and Navy photography collectors
* Framing/display projects
