Description: An original photograph from an album of a soldier who served aboard the USS Idaho from between 1928 and 1931. This photo is from their travels in Panama.Type & Size: A 5x3.75" original photograph.Condition: Good to fair vintage condition; light age wear, smudging, corners may have slight damage or some light creasing. Please see photos. This photograph captures a large group of sailors, dressed in their white uniforms, walking along a road near a low-built structure set against a rugged hillside. The scene takes place in Panama in 1931, as indicated by the information on the photograph's reverse side. The sailors appear to be returning to their ships after shore leave, in a moment of camaraderie and discipline.The "Liberty party" refers to a group of sailors on shore leave, enjoying brief recreational time away from their duties. After spending time in Panama, these sailors are making their way back to their respective ships, indicative of their naval routine and life at sea during the early 20th century. Given the location and period, these men were part of the vibrant and strategic naval activities that occurred around the Panama Canal, a crucial maritime route connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.Liberty party returning to their ships in Panama
Price: 28 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-11-17T11:11:13.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Photograph
Subject: sailors, shore leave, military, naval routine, 1931, Panama Cana
Theme: conflicts & wars, continents & countries, maritime, militaria
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1931
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 5x3.75 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: Yes
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
