Name/Title
James H. Flatley Jr. Aboard the USS Block Island (CVE-106)Description
Photograph of James H. Flatley, Jr. and two other officers inspecting an AF-2 Guardian on the flight deck of the USS Block Island (CVE-106). The Block Island was in the Mediterranean Ocean in the spring of 1953. Flatley’s dog sits to the right.Context
The USS Block Island was a late war escort carrier that would enter service on December 10, 1944. Following World War II James H. Flatley Jr. would be appointed as the captain of the USS Block Island. Flatley would serve as the ship's captain from 1952 to 1953.
James H. Flatley was an accomplished aviator and Navy ace who served during the Second World War. Having served aboard three different carriers, including the USS Yorktown (CV-10), Flatley was an early innovator in carrier aviation. Flatley continued to be an advocate for the importance of carrier aviation throughout his career. Flatley retired in 1958 with the rank of Vice Admiral.Collection
James H. Flatley Jr. Collection, USS BLOCK ISLAND CVE106Acquisition
Accession
2005.00037Source or Donor
Patriots Point Development AuthorityAcquisition Method
Produced by StaffMade/Created
Artist
Official US Navy PhotographStudio
Official US Navy PhotographDate made
1953Update Date
July 31, 2024