Name/Title
Crew of USS DOHERTY (DE-14)Entry/Object ID
2026.28.9Description
A quarter of DOHERTY's crew on liberty in Kodak, AK in 1944. The sailors are wearing their dress blues and are posing in front of the ship. A puppy sits in the front center, held by a sailor. Behind them, USS DOHERTY sits, a 40mm and 20mm gun visible along with a gun director. A handwritten note on the reverse side reads:
"To the USS DOHERTY (DE-14) ship's 30 yr reunion -
I want to wish all attending the very best. Sorry I can't be with you for the reunion. If ever you find yourselves in the vicinity drop in and visit. The "Welcome Mat" is always out. Good luck to you all.
Your former shipmate
Angelo A. Benfante
Ex - 42c - May '43 - Nov 44"Collection
USS Doherty DE 14
