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H-16 Seaplane Number 1043, 1918
Title
H-16 Seaplane Number 1043, 1918.
Author
U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description
Photo of Curtiss H-16 seaplane tail number 1043 at NAS Pensacola taken sometime in 1918. Sailors and crewmen relax in the waters of the bay in the background.
Identifier
uwfnam_NAS_1918_circa1918_plane1043(1)
Format
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Sample of the Sky at Pensacola, 1918
Title
Sample of the Sky at Pensacola, 1918.
Author
U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description
Photo taken from an airplane of three other planes in the sky over Pensacola Bay, taken sometime in 1918. Wing frames of the plane the photo was taken from are visible in the foreground while three planes fly into the distant near the upper center of the photo. The larger of the type is identified as a Curtiss HS type. The back of the photo contains the label given to the photo as well as an archival summary.
Identifier
uwfnam_NAS_1918_circa1918_planesinsky
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Postcard of the "Solo Coffin," 1918
Title
Postcard of the "Solo Coffin," 1918.
Author
Rox Photo Shop, U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description
Postcard of sailors in the "Solo Coffin" crash boat in motion on Pensacola Bay taken sometime in 1918. The back of the postcard contains the address to Rox Photo Shop, unknown if this was the photographer or simply printed the post card. The back also contains an archival summary detailing that the name "Solo Coffin" was given to the crash boat due to its nature as a rescue vessel in the case of pilot crashes on the bay.
Identifier
uwfnam_NAS_1918_circa1918postcard_seacoffin
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H-16 Seaplanes Refueling at Camp Saufley, December 7, 1918
Title
H-16 Seaplanes Refueling at Camp Saufley, December 7, 1918.
Author
U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description
Photo of H-16 seaplanes being refueled at Camp Saufley on Santa Rosa Island taken sometime after December 7, 1918. The planes are utilizing gravity to aid in refueling. The back of the photo contains descriptive information of the date and types of planes seen in the photo as well as an archival summary.
Identifier
uwfnam_NAS_1918_dec1918photo_campsaufleyfuelingseaplane
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HS Tractor Seaplane, March 30, 1916
Title
HS Tractor Seaplane, March 30, 1916.
Author
U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description
Photo of an HS tractor seaplane at NAS Pensacola taken March 30, 1916. Men relax around the base of the plane which rests on a runway. The back of the photo contains identifying information in the upper left corner of the photo as well as an archival summary.
Identifier
uwfnam_NAS_1916-1917_march301916photo_thomasbrosHStractorseaplane
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Catapult on USS Huntington, June 1917
Title
Catapult on USS Huntington, June 1917.
Author
U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description
Photo of a Martin Model "S" seaplane on a catapult and the crew of the USS Huntington taken June 5, 1917. Crew can be seen inspecting the plane before an assumed launch while other members recline and watch from the distance. The back of the photo contains descriptive information and an archival summary detailing the nature of catapult experiments.
Identifier
uwfnam_NAS_1916-1917_june51917photo_martinmodelah-19onhuntingtoncatapult
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Burgess N-9 planes on a Pier, May 1917
Title
Burgess N-9 planes on a Pier, May 1917.
Author
U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description
Photo taken before May 1917 of Burgess N-9 seaplanes lined up along the pier at NAS Pensacola. Men can be seen wandering the pier and one on the right side of the photo is riding a bicycle. The closest plane to the camera, on the right, has a stylized anchor logo on its tail. Naval History and Heritage Command states that "Before the United States entered into World War I, naval aircraft were identified by an anchor design on the vertical tail surface, the use of which continued to the time a...
Show morePhoto taken before May 1917 of Burgess N-9 seaplanes lined up along the pier at NAS Pensacola. Men can be seen wandering the pier and one on the right side of the photo is riding a bicycle. The closest plane to the camera, on the right, has a stylized anchor logo on its tail. Naval History and Heritage Command states that "Before the United States entered into World War I, naval aircraft were identified by an anchor design on the vertical tail surface, the use of which continued to the time a National Aircraft Insignia was adopted."
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Identifier
uwfnam_NAS_1916-1917_1917photo_naspensacolapreww1(2)
Format
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Glenn Martin Model S, 1916
Title
Glenn Martin Model S, 1916.
Author
U.S. Navy
Abstract/Description
Photo of a Glenn Martin Model 2 sea plant at NAS Pensacola taken in 1916. Sailors can be seen fitting the wire frame onto the wing while the pilot takes his seat in the cockpit. The back of the photo details the stype of plane, a reference to a book titled United States Navy Aircraft Since 1911, and an archival summary that detailing specific planes that were brought into NAS Pensacola.
Identifier
uwfnam_NAS_1916-1917_1916photo_glennmartinmodelS
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Sea Plane Ramp Looking West, March-November 1918
Abstract/Description
Photo of westward view of seaplane ramp at NAS Pensacola with a Curtiss R-6 taxiing away taken sometime between March and November 1918. Various means of transportation are visible in the photo from steam ships on the water, to the seaplane, to a horse drawn carriage in the middle right next to plan 776, and a chassis of a carriage being worked on in the lower right. The photos are duplicates yet contained different information on the back so are provided for contextualization. The first copy...
Show morePhoto of westward view of seaplane ramp at NAS Pensacola with a Curtiss R-6 taxiing away taken sometime between March and November 1918. Various means of transportation are visible in the photo from steam ships on the water, to the seaplane, to a horse drawn carriage in the middle right next to plan 776, and a chassis of a carriage being worked on in the lower right. The photos are duplicates yet contained different information on the back so are provided for contextualization. The first copy has a date range and notable planes that are seen in the photo. The second contains a possibly older description written on the back as well as an archival summary detailing how the date range was conceived.
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Identifier
uwfnam_NAS_1918_c.a.march-nov1918_seaplaneramps
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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)
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)
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
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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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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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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
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