Caricature drawing of U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph
Caricature drawing of U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan, Tijuana Mexico, 1950s. (Photos digitally re-touched courtesy of U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan)
An Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer, the second destroyer
An Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer, the second destroyer to be named for James H. Strong, a notable naval commander of Union forces during the American Civil War. The Strong was built 1943 in San Francisco, Ca... More
U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan and friend
U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan and friend on deck of the USS Strong (DD-758), an Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer, 1952.
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May 1952, View of the Panama Canal and locks from the deck of the USS Strong. Strong was attached to Destroyer Divisions (DesDiv) 21 and 262 bound for action in ... More
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May 1952, View of the Panama Canal and locks from the deck of the USS Strong. Strong was attached to Destroyer Divisions (DesDiv) 21 and 262 bound for action in ... More
"SHELLBACK" Certificate, Circa 1950s on the USS Strong
"SHELLBACK" Certificate, Circa 1950s on the USS Strong (DD-758). (Photos digitally re-touched courtesy of U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan)
Running the gauntlet to earn the title of "Shellback."
Running the gauntlet to earn the title of "Shellback." USS Strong, 1950s. (Photos digitally re-touched courtesy of U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan)
The USS Strong (DD-758) is an Allen M. Sumner-class
The USS Strong (DD-758) is an Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer, the second destroyer to be named for James H. Strong, a notable naval commander of Union forces during the American Civil War. The Strong was Buil... More
The USS Strong (DD-758) is an Allen M. Sumner-class
The USS Strong (DD-758) is an Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer, the second destroyer to be named for James H. Strong, a notable naval commander of Union forces during the American Civil War. The Strong was Bui... More
U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan (left) and
U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan (left) and friend, Joe, somewhere in Tijuana, Mexico, 1952. (Photos digitally re-touched courtesy of U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan)
Underway replenishment: Destroyer USS Strong is refueled
Underway replenishment: Destroyer USS Strong is refueled at sea. It’s a risky duty but a necessity for ships that travel great distances over the ocean. Replenishment can be during day or night. The ships come ... More
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May 1952, View of the Panama Canal and locks from the deck of the USS Strong. Strong was attached to Destroyer Divisions (DesDiv) 21 and 262 bound for action in ... More
Underway replenishment: Destroyer USS Strong is refueled
Underway replenishment: Destroyer USS Strong is refueled at sea. It’s a risky duty but a necessity for ships that travel great distances over the ocean. Replenishment can be during day or night. The ships come ... More
This is the Escort carrier flight deck. (Photos digitally
This is the Escort carrier flight deck. (Photos digitally re-touched courtesy of U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan)
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May 1952, View of the Panama Canal and locks from the deck of the USS Strong. Strong was attached to Destroyer Divisions (DesDiv) 21 and 262 bound for action in ... More
This is the flight deck on the escort carrier. (Photos
This is the flight deck on the escort carrier. (Photos digitally re-touched courtesy of U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan)
Homespun country music in the USS Strong's crew quarters,
Homespun country music in the USS Strong's crew quarters, 1950s. (Photos digitally re-touched courtesy of U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan)
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May 1952, View of the Panama Canal and locks from the deck of the USS Strong. Strong was attached to Destroyer Divisions (DesDiv) 21 and 262 bound for action in ... More
This is the USS Strong (DD-758), cruise history (front)
This is the USS Strong (DD-758), cruise history (front) written by one of the U.S. Navy officers on board the ship. (Photos digitally re-touched courtesy of U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan)
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May 1952, View of the Panama Canal and locks from the deck of the USS Strong. Strong was attached to Destroyer Divisions (DesDiv) 21 and 262 bound for action in ... More
U.S. Navy Seaman, Martin Joseph Sullivan, center, and
U.S. Navy Seaman, Martin Joseph Sullivan, center, and two unidentified sailors. Sullivan remembers them as some of the first sailors he met on the destroyer. They helped him get set up in his living quarters. (... More
USS Strong on her North Atlantic cruise. Crew members
USS Strong on her North Atlantic cruise. Crew members getting ready to chip ice on the 5"/38 gun mount, 1950s. (Photos digitally re-touched courtesy of U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan)
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May 1952, View of the Panama Canal and locks from the deck of the USS Strong. Strong was attached to Destroyer Divisions (DesDiv) 21 and 262 bound for action in ... More
This is the USS Strong (DD-758), cruise history (inside)
This is the USS Strong (DD-758), cruise history (inside) written by one of the U.S. Navy officers on board the ship. (Photos digitally re-touched courtesy of U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan)
This is an image of the Escort carrier. (Photos digitally
This is an image of the Escort carrier. (Photos digitally re-touched courtesy of U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan)
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May 1952, View of the Panama Canal and locks from the deck of the USS Strong. Strong was attached to Destroyer Divisions (DesDiv) 21 and 262 bound for action in ... More
Playing a game of cards in the crews quarters. USS
Playing a game of cards in the crews quarters. USS Strong, 1950s. Notice the tight confines of the living/work area. (Photos digitally re-touched courtesy of U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan)
A motley crew. Sailors earning their "Shellback." USS
A motley crew. Sailors earning their "Shellback." USS Strong 1950s. (Photos digitally re-touched courtesy of U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan)
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May 1952, View of the Panama Canal and locks from the deck of the USS Strong. Strong was attached to Destroyer Divisions (DesDiv) 21 and 262 bound for action in ... More
This is an image of a sunset cruise. (Photos digitally
This is an image of a sunset cruise. (Photos digitally re-touched courtesy of U.S. Navy Seaman Martin Joseph Sullivan)
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May 1952, View of the Panama Canal and locks from the deck of the USS Strong. Strong was attached to Destroyer Divisions (DesDiv) 21 and 262 bound for action in ... More
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May 1952, View of the Panama Canal and locks from the deck of the USS Strong. Strong was attached to Destroyer Divisions (DesDiv) 21 and 262 bound for action in ... More
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May
Destroyer USS Strong transiting the Panama Canal May 1952, View of the Panama Canal and locks from the deck of the USS Strong. Strong was attached to Destroyer Divisions (DesDiv) 21 and 262 bound for action in ... More
This is an image of Mount Fuji, Japan.
This is an image of Mount Fuji, Japan. Public domain image of Japan during Meiji period, Japanese history, government, and politics, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description