Photo #: NH 41688
Homecoming of the "Great White Fleet",
Hampton Roads, Virginia, 22 February 1909
Yachts and other vessels welcome the Fleet upon its arrival in
Hampton roads.
The large yacht in the right distance is USS Mayflower,
which had President Theodore Roosevelt embarked. The steamer
on the left, with three masts, is USS Dolphin. She carried
members of Congress during the welcoming ceremonies.
U.S. Naval Historical Center Photograph.
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