LT. Charles Stimpson is shown in the cockpit of his F6F. LT. James Swope is standing on the wing. Photographed by LCDR Charles Kerlee aboard the USS Hornet (CV-12) in February 1945.
Categories: Distinguished Photographers
 
 
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