U.S.S. Wisconsin model dedication [sound recording], 1950.

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U.S.S. Wisconsin model dedication [sound recording], 1950.

Tape-recorded ceremony, August 15, 1950, at the unveiling and dedication of the model of the U.S.S. Wisconsin, including main speaker Admiral William Leahy, with remarks by Director Clifford L. Lord of the State Historical Society, Dean George C. Sellery, and Justice Timothy Brown, with Mrs. Oscar Rennebohn performing the unveiling.

1 tape recording (30 min.)

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Leahy, William D. (William Daniel), 1875-1959

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Fleet Admiral William Daniel Leahy (May 6, 1875 – July 20, 1959) was an American naval officer who served as the senior-most United States military officer on active duty during World War II. He held multiple titles and was at the center of all major military decisions the United States made in World War II. As Chief of Naval Operations from 1937 to 1939, he was the senior officer in the United States Navy, overseeing the preparations for war. After retiring from the Navy, he was appointed in...

Sellery, George C. (George Clarke), 1872-

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Lord, Clifford L. (Clifford Lee), 1912-1980

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Lord was President of Hofstra University from 1964 to 1972 and Chancellor from 1972 to 1973. From the description of Papers, 1965-1971. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 155550569 Clifford Lord was president of Hofstra from 1964-1972 and Chancellor from 1972-1973. From the description of Clifford Lee Lord collection. (Hofstra University). WorldCat record id: 46437933 ...

Brown, Timothy H

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Wisconsin (Battleship : BB-64)

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