Lot of 11 original official U. Navy photographs featuring the battleship USS New Jersey (BB-62), all dated 1982 and documenting her return to active service after years in storage. One image shows spectators gathered along the shoreline as the battleship departs – adding a powerful historical context to the reactivation of one of the most iconic Iowa-class battleships. The collection offers a cohesive visual record of this transitional moment in naval history, combining documentary significance with strong black and white composition throughout. Format: Black & White. Location: Long Beach Naval Shipyard, California. Markings: All stamped on reverse with DAVA Still Media Depository and original captions. Provenance: From the estate of PHCS Robert A. Carlisle, former Director of Navy Photography at the Pentagon. May show minor edge wear, surface marks, or storage imperfections. Please review photos carefully for exact condition. See my other listings for additional military and U.