An Oil Painting of the USS Yorktown (CV-10) Being Presented to the Naval Academy

Name/Title

An Oil Painting of the USS Yorktown (CV-10) Being Presented to the Naval Academy

Description

Photograph of the US Naval Academy being presented an oil painting of the USS Yorktown (CV-10) by members of her crew. Included in the photograph are James Flatley, John Crommelin, Joseph Moody, Jocko Clark, Jim Bryan, and Joe Sharkey.

Context

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 Yorktown CV-10

Acquisition

Accession

2001.00012

Source or Donor

Steve F. Ewing

Acquisition Method

Produced by Staff

Made/Created

Date made

1951 - 1951

Update Date

December 6, 2024