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Online Library of Selected Images -- Picture Data

Photo #: NH 81763

Königsberg
(German Light Cruiser, 1929-1940)

Halftone reproduction of a photograph taken on the ship's after superstructure deck, looking aft, circa 1931.
Crewmen are receiving gunnery instruction between the ship's pair of 8.8cm anti-aircraft guns.
Her two after 15cm triple gun turrets are visible in the background. Note the different heraldic shields mounted over the doors on the rear side of each turret.

U.S. Naval Historical Center Photograph.

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26 February 2003