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NH 64777-KN Insignia: USS WHIPPOORWILL (MSC-207)

Insignia: USS WHIPPOORWILL (MSC-207)
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Title: Insignia: USS WHIPPOORWILL (MSC-207)
Caption: This insignia was adopted in 1965. It was originally designed by Lieutenant Junior Grade Reilling, former X/O of the WOODPECKER, and adopted with minor modifications. The shield identifies the ship as part of the U.S. fleet. The three stars identify it as a unit of Mine Squadron Three. The curvature of the base of the blue field depicts the wake of a minesweeper in a turn, with gear streamed. The color scheme symbolizes safe (blue) and mined (red and white) waters.
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Catalog #: NH 64777-KN
Copyright Owner: Naval History and Heritage Command
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Original Medium: Color Photo, BW Photo
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