13431u. (photo) Stern end of the Tanker S.S Fort Mercer Towed into Calm Waters of Narragansett Bay. February 22, 1952
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13431u. (photo) Stern end of the Tanker S.S Fort Mercer Towed into Calm Waters of Narragansett Bay. February 22, 1952
13431u. (photo) Stern end of the Tanker S.S Fort Mercer Towed into Calm Waters of Narragansett Bay. February 22, 1952. Clear, close, original 6” x 9” press photo shows good detail as tugs the Stern end of the Tanker S.S Fort Mercer Towed into Calm Waters of Narragansett Bay after battling the elements since Monday February 18 when the tanker split in two. Aboard the stern of the Fort Mercer are the “Captains Courageous” who stayed with their ship until salvage operations were completed. Photo is b/w and includes date and description. Clear, close view, great detail. This is a rarely seen view. (VG+). $58.