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13441. (photo) Surfboat Drill, Virginia Beach Coast Guard Station c.1942.

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13441. (photo) Surfboat Drill, Virginia Beach Coast Guard Station c.1942.

13441. (photo) Surfboat Drill, Virginia Beach Coast Guard Station c.1942. Clear, close, original 7” x 8” press photo shows excellent detail of the station surfboat as Coast Guardsmen perform their weekly drill. Despite the War, Coast Guardsmen must remain proficient in these life-saving duties. Shown is the surfboat heading out through the breakers just after the men jumped into the boat. Nice view of the operation. Photo is b/w and includes date and description on back. Dated August 14, 1942. Clear, close view, good detail. (VG+). $64.