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U.S.S. Iowa, machine gun, between 1897 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
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U.S.S. Iowa, machine gun, between 1897 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Iowa, machine gun, between 1897 and 1901
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1901 Battleship Crew Crewman Machine Gun Naval Ship Sailor Sailors Seaman United States Navy Us Navy Warships Company Detroit Publishing Detroit Publishing Co Detroit Publishing Company Dry Plate Negative Glass 8 X 10 In Edwin H Husher Naval Warfare Warship William A Livingstone
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This photograph, dating between 1897 and 1901, showcases the U.S.S. Iowa, an iconic American battleship of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The image features a crewman carefully handling a machine gun, poised and ready for action. The U.S.S. Iowa, commissioned in 1897, was one of the first battleships in the United States Navy and played a significant role in the Spanish-American War. During this era, the integration of machine guns into naval warfare marked a significant shift in naval strategy. The machine gun, a powerful and versatile weapon, enabled ships to defend themselves against enemy attacks more effectively. This photograph provides a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of a sailor during this period, as well as the technological advancements that transformed naval warfare. The photograph, a dry plate negative glass 8 x 10 in, was taken by an unknown photographer and is now part of the extensive collections at the Library of Congress. The image captures the essence of the time, with the crewman's focused expression and the machine gun's menacing presence, making it an invaluable addition to our historical record.
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