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Online Library of Selected Images -- Picture Data

Photo #: NH 2602

USS President Lincoln
(1917-1918)

Troops watch a boxing match on board, while passing through the submarine zone en route to France, during World War I.
Note life jackets worn by the spectators, and by the referee.

U.S. Naval Historical Center Photograph.

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Image posted 14 November 2005