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Online Library of Selected Images -- Picture Data

Photo #: NH 99957

USS Memphis
(Armored Cruiser # 10)

Seen from astern at Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, where she was wrecked by tidal waves on 29 August 1916. This photograph was taken shortly afterwards, as the ship's guns, equipment and supplies were being removed.
Note the tips of Memphis' propeller blades above the water surface, and U.S. Ensign flying from her stern.

Collection of Lieutenant Commander Abraham DeSomer, USN.

U.S. Naval Historical Center Photograph.

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Image posted 8 January 2005