Photo #: NH 41722
Mock battleship "Recruit"
"If any German submarine is looking around Union Square,
N.Y., it must be dazzled and confused by the variety and brilliance
of the new war paint on the battleship Recruit. The ship
has been camouflaged, the painting being done by 24 girl artists
from the reserve corps of the National League for Womens Service."
(quoted from the original 1918-vintage photo caption)
The "Recruit" was erected in New York City during World
War I to assist in Navy recruiting efforts. Her color scheme,
as seen here, resembles the "dazzle" camouflage used
on many Navy and merchant ships during the war's last year.
Photographed by Kadel & Herbert.
U.S. Naval Historical Center Photograph.
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