Navy photograph capturing a solemn moment as a Marine color guard aboard the USS Lake Champlain salutes the American flag at half mast in honor of the submarine USS Thresher (SSN-593). Dated April 14, 1963, this image directly relates to the aftermath of the USS Thresher disaster, one of the most significant submarine losses in… (read more)
Awesome piece of Naval history. The deck piece measures 24″ by 13″ by 1.5. Commissioned on 3 June 1945, Lake Champlain did not participate in World War II, but did serve as a transport, bringing troops home from Europe as part of Operation Magic Carpet. She participated in the Korean War but spent the rest… (read more)
RARE Original USS Lake Champlain CV-39 US Navy Mark I Deck Chelsea Clock (1943) – Alan Shepard Rescue. Clock measures 8.5. Has key and works great. Awesome piece of Naval history. Commissioned on 3 June 1945, Lake Champlain did not participate in World War II, but did serve as a transport, bringing troops home from… (read more)
