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NH 112020 Swedish Exchange Ship GRIPSHOLM sails from New York with German Prisoners of War, February 15, 1944

Swedish Exchange Ship GRIPSHOLM sails from New York with German Prisoners of War, February 15, 1944
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Title: Swedish Exchange Ship GRIPSHOLM sails from New York with German Prisoners of War, February 15, 1944
Caption: Swedish Exchange Ship GRIPSHOLM sails from New York with German Prisoners of War, Civilian Repatriates and former French Diplomatic Officials, February 15, 1944. German civilians arrive at Pier F, Jersey City, by bus, and take place in line for clearance to board ship. Psychopathic passengers were quartered in isolation ward on C deck forward, starboard side. Twelve maile registered nurses were in attendance for the voyage. Photo shows male nurses waiting at entrance to isolation ward.
Description: Swedish Ships: S.S. GRIPSHOLM
Catalog #: NH 112020
Copyright Owner: Naval History and Heritage Command
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Original Date: Tue, Feb 15, 1944
After this Year: 1939
Before this Year: 1945
Original Medium: BW Photo
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