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80-G-K-2607 Grumman TBF "Avenger" on training escort carrier, circa mid-1943

Grumman TBF "Avenger" on training escort carrier, circa mid-1943
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Title: Grumman TBF "Avenger" on training escort carrier, circa mid-1943
Caption: Grumman TBF "Avenger" comes to a stop after making a qualification landing on a training escort carrier, circa mid-1943. At right, the plane director (in yellow cap & jersey) runs out to direct the pilot. Plane handlers and hook release men are running out from the catwalks.
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Catalog #: 80-G-K-2607
Copyright Owner: National Archives
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After this Year: 1939
Before this Year: 1945
Original Medium: Color Photo
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  • Boats-Ships--Aircraft Carriers
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  • World War II 1939-1945
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