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Balloon Landing Field, 1922
Title
Balloon Landing Field, 1922.
Author
U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description
Photo taken circa 1922 of the balloon landing field at NAS Pensacola looking southwest. This photo was taken before land-based aircraft training was added to the base. Two blimps are visible in the photo, one at the left through the open door of the dirigible hangar and the other on the field towards the center right. Personnel can be seen gathered around the balloon on the field.
Identifier
uwfnam_NAS_1921-1922_circa1922_balloonlandingfield(2)
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Radio Receiver, 1922
Title
Radio Receiver, 1922.
Author
U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description
Photo of a radio receiver booth and accompanying sailors which are advertising music services for 10ยข taken circa 1922.
Identifier
uwfnam_NAS_1921-1922_circa1922_radioreceiver
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Squadron on Station Field, 1922 -1923
Title
Squadron on Station Field, 1922 -1923.
Author
U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description
Photo of Station Field taken in 1922 which showcases a squadron of approximately 40 Curtiss JN-4HT aircraft parked before the hangars. The back of the photo contains descriptive information on the nature of the subjects and the date the photo was taken. A stamp of credit to the U.S. Navy is also present as well as a stamp that the photo was developed at the NAS Photo Lab. A small archival summary is also presented for additional context.
Identifier
uwfnam_NAS_1921-1922_squadrononstationfield
Format
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Ruggles Orientator, 1922
Title
Ruggles Orientator, 1922.
Author
U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description
Photo of student aviators at NAS Pensacola standing behind the Ruggles Orientator taken circa 1922. The device was used to teach aviators how to control an aircraft under abnormal conditions. The device was essentially a seat mounted within a gimbal ring assembly, enabling full rotation in all three axes as well as vertical movement.
Identifier
uwfnam_NAS_1921-1922_circa1922_rugglesorientator
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Inspection at Balloon Field, 1922
Title
Inspection at Balloon Field, 1922.
Author
U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description
Photo taken in 1922 along the railroad tracks on the western edge of the Balloon Field at NAS Pensacola. Pictured are Marine and Navy personnel assembled for inspection. In the upper right are four teams of horses and at least six open railcars on the track. Bayou Grande is visible at the top of the photograph.
Identifier
uwfnam_NAS_1921-1922_circa1922_inspectiononballoonfield(2)
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Collier at Pier 302, 1922
Title
Collier at Pier 302, 1922.
Author
U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description
Aerial photo of Pier 302 showing a docked collier taken around 1922. Stacks of pilings are present on the collier's deck and the pier. Several buildings are still painted in the camouflage scheme utilized during World War I as well.
Identifier
uwfnam_NAS_1921-1922_circa1922_collieratpier302(2)
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Curtiss H-16 Flying Boat in Flight, 1920 - 1922, 4 Photos
Title
Curtiss H-16 Flying Boat in Flight, 1920 - 1922, 4 Photos.
Author
U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description
Photographs of a Curtiss H-16 flying boat, Bureau Number A-845, flying over NAS Pensacola taken circa 1920 - 1922. The photos are taken at various angles of the plane from above and the side, showcasing the plane as it traveled over the bay and nearby forested areas. The pilots can be seen smiling and waving at their photography escort in the first and fourth photographs. The Model H-16, introduced in 1917, represented the final step in the evolution of the Model H design, with longer-span...
Show morePhotographs of a Curtiss H-16 flying boat, Bureau Number A-845, flying over NAS Pensacola taken circa 1920 - 1922. The photos are taken at various angles of the plane from above and the side, showcasing the plane as it traveled over the bay and nearby forested areas. The pilots can be seen smiling and waving at their photography escort in the first and fourth photographs. The Model H-16, introduced in 1917, represented the final step in the evolution of the Model H design, with longer-span wings, and a reinforced hull. The H-16s were powered by Liberty engines in U.S. Navy service and remained in service for some years after the war, most receiving engine upgrades to more powerful Liberty variants.
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Identifier
uwfnam_NAS_1921-1922_c.a.1920-1922_h-16inflight
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Observation Kite Balloon and "Eagle Boat," 1921
Title
Observation Kite Balloon and "Eagle Boat," 1921.
Author
U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description
Photot showing the Eagle Class Patrol Vessel 43 (Pe-43) with an inflated Kite Balloon at Pier 302, dated 1921. Note the building in the back is still painted in camouflage which was utilized during World War 1. Men on the pier observe from the ground.
Identifier
uwfnam_NAS_1921-1922_circa1921_eagleclasspatrolvesselandkiteballoon
Format
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Curtiss Tail When Taking Off, 1921
Title
Curtiss Tail When Taking Off, 1921.
Author
U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description
Photo taken from the seat of a Curtiss H-12 Flying Boat during take off looking back at the tail. Dated 1921, the photo was captioned on the back as "Tail when taking off" by CAP(PA) Anton A. Wrzensinski, USN.
Identifier
uwfnam_NAS_1921-1922_circa1921_curtisstailduringtakeoff
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