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Photo #: NH 99798

Lieutenant Commander John H. Boesch, USNRF


Stands by one of the deck guns on his command, USS Orion (Collier # 11), circa 1917-1918.
This gun appears to be a 4"/40. Note the M1903 "Springfield" rifle attached to the gun barrel for use in sub-caliber target practice.

Collection of Commander John H. Boesch, USNRF. Donated by Jack Howland, 1979.

U.S. Naval Historical Center Photograph.

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28 November 2004