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    Historic Launch of the USS Texas Battleship
    Historic Launch of the USS Texas Battleship
    Historic Launch of the USS Texas Battleship

    Historic Launch of the USS Texas Battleship

    $19.95

    This historical photograph captures the launch of the USS Texas, a significant event in the early 20th century. Taken between 1910 and 1915, it documents the moment a battleship slid into the water, marking a momentous occasion for the Navy and shipbuilding industry of the time. The USS Texas was one of the first American battleships built with a turbo-electric propulsion system, setting new standards for naval engineering. This transition represented a technological advancement during a period of intense naval expansion, with countries around the world vying for maritime superiority.

    The image serves as a vivid reminder of the industrial prowess of the United States during this era. The ship, built by the New York Shipbuilding Corporation, embodied the ambitions of a nation eager to assert its dominance on the high seas. The construction and launch of such vessels were critical not only for military strategy but also for boosting local economies and showcasing American craftsmanship. As the battleship took its inaugural plunge, it symbolized both the culmination of years of hard work by shipbuilders and the growing naval power of the United States during the dawn of the global conflict era.

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    Historic Launch of the USS Texas Battleship

    Historic Launch of the USS Texas Battleship

    8" x 10"
    $19.95
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