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Photo #: NH 54892
Admiral James O. Richardson, USN, (foreground)
Assumes command of the Battle Force, U.S. Fleet, in ceremonies
on board USS Pennsylvania (BB-38), 24 June 1939.
Captain Roland M. Brainard, Chief of Staff and Aide to Commander
Battle Force, is in the background.
U.S. Naval Historical Center Photograph.
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