Name/Title
Bow AssemblyDescription
A black and white photo showing the bow assembly of the USS Stevens (DD-479) and the USS Bell (DD-587) at the Charleston Naval Shipyard on May 15, 1942. The total weight of the assembly, including rigging, is 29,500 lbs or 14.75 tons.Context
The Charleston Naval Shipyard supported the US Navy from 1901 until its closing in 1996. The first US Navy vessels of the fleet saw repair work at the Charleston Navy Yard in 1910, with the shipyard soon venturing into the construction of smaller ships. The first large vessels, destroyers, began construction after the United States entered World War I.
The shipyard would expand significantly during World War II to support the war effort, constructing and repairing ships to keep up with the increased demand.Collection
Charleston Naval ShipyardAcquisition
Accession
2010.00001Source or Donor
Palmer W. OliffAcquisition Method
GiftInscription/Signature/Marks
Transcription
"685-42 US Navy Yard, SC, May 15 1942. Bow assembly of USS Stevens (DD479) and USS Bell (DD587). Total weight including rigging 29,500 lbs. View showing bow assemblies in vertical position just prior to centering for hoisting. File 13270."Update Date
October 2, 2025