Korean War 1950 US Navy helicopter deck operations 7x10 Vintage Original Photo

Description: An original, first-generation photograph from a stunning war photo collection compiled by friend of the USMC, Marion Fischer.Type & Size: A 7x10 original photograph.Condition: Good vintage condition. Please see photos. The back side has remnants of having been glued into a scrapbook. This photograph captures a U.S. Navy vessel with a helicopter on deck, likely taken during the Korean War in 1950. The ship is positioned at sea with waves visible in the background, reflecting a somber, overcast atmosphere. A lone sailor stands on the deck, highlighting the isolation and intensity of maritime operations during this period. The scene provides an intimate visual of naval life and military readiness amid the historical context of conflict.The year 1950 was pivotal in U.S. military history, marking the beginning of the Korean War after North Korea invaded South Korea. U.S. naval forces played a crucial role in the conflict, conducting operations to support ground troops and enforce blockades. The helicopter depicted may have been used for reconnaissance or supply missions, showcasing the shift in military aviation capabilities during the era. This period marked an evolution in warfare tactics, emphasizing air mobility and rapid deployment in response to emerging global conflicts.Present in this photo: none.- - - This photograph originates from a massive Type 1 photo collection compiled by Mrs Marion Fischer. It contained over 500 mostly Navy & USMC press and personal photos spanning from Pearl Harbor through the Korean War. A number of these photos appear to have never been published. During World War II Marion Fischer worked with the Emergency Aid of Pennsylvania. On her own, she started a project to provide kits for Marines. She wrote to her friends as well as celebrities to appeal for money for these kits that held toilet articles, writing paper, and a picture frame. Once the war ended, Mrs. Fischer found herself with the beginnings of a collection of letters from military officials. She again started writing letters to Marine Corps officers asking for items she could add to her collection. She mainly received photographs and biographical notes. Later, she was able to obtain war souvenirs. She displayed this collection in her home and opened it up to Marines wanting to view the holdings. Much of her collection is now part of the USMC archives referenced as Coll/858. Other parts of it, such as this photo collection, were sold by her estate. Many of the photos in this collection were sent in to her by an incredible list of high ranking personnel including fleet Admiral Nimitz, Rear Admiral James Fife, and scores of others.

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Location: Carlsbad, California

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