Title
The Christening of the USS Laffey (DD-724)
Description
A black and white photograph of Beatrice Laffey launching of the USS Laffey (DD-724) on November 21, 1943. The ship's sponsor is Beatice Laffey, daughter of Medal of Honor receipt Bartlett Laffey for whom the destroyer was named.
Context
From the collection of Reginald Langevin, a plankowner and Fireman aboard the USS Laffey (DD-724) during World War II.
Accession #
2007.00024
