Name/Title
Photo of ship during WWII. Written on the picture "Jap. Hosp. ship with combat soldiers."Description
Mr. Walter Riel was a Sergeant with the 38th Photo Reconnaissance Squadron, 13th Air Force from 1942-1946. The Riel Collection is a series of photos that were collected by Mr. Riel during this time.
This photo is of a Japanese ship with hospital markings. The ship was captured, taken to port at Moratai Island. The ship was carrying Japanese soldiers and ammunition. There were no injured on board.Acquisition
Accession
2001.0019Source or Donor
Riel, WalterAcquisition Method
Gift