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Navy Secretary Francis P. Matthews While On Inspection Tour In the Far East

70-3506
Accession Number
70-3506
8x10 inches (21x26 cm)
Black & White
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HST Keywords
Japan
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Harry S. Truman Library & Museum.

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Description

Secretary of the U.S. Navy Francis P. Matthews is shown while on a visit to the Yokosuka Naval Facilities in Japan. He is seen in the bluejacket or enlisted men's Mess Hall at the Navy's Fleet Activities Command, Yokosuka, Japan. Secretary Matthews is addressing the enlisted assembly before joining them for Turkey dinner. Secretary Matthews' trip took place November 12 - November 30, 1950.

Date(s)
November 24, 1950