USS Hancock (CV-19) Sailors Enjoying a Beer

Name/Title

USS Hancock (CV-19) Sailors Enjoying a Beer

Description

Three USS Hancock (CV-19) sailors pose for a picture while enjoying a beer at a bar during World War II. Written on the back of the photograph, "Richard E. Goedeke (left)."

Context

Shore Leave or Liberty was the allotted time that a sailor could spend landside for a little bit of rest and relaxation away from his ship.

Collection

USS HANCOCK CV19/CVA19

Acquisition

Accession

2005.00523

Source or Donor

USS Hancock Association

Acquisition Method

Gift

Made/Created

Date made

1944 - 1945

Update Date

June 10, 2024