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Naval recognition slides
Special Collections & University Archives, Grand Valley State
University Libraries
Seidman House
1 Campus Drive
Allendale, Michigan 49401
2010
Descriptive Summary | |
| Repository | Special Collections & University Archives, Grand Valley State University Libraries, Allendale, Michigan 49401 |
| Creator | United States. Navy |
| Title | Naval recognition slides |
| Dates | 1943-1945 |
| Collection Size | .25 linear feet (493 slides) in 1 notebook) |
| Abstract | The slide recognition method of training top-side battle-station personnel on board ship and all aircraft personnel was developed during World War II. Collection consists of 493 35mm black and white slides of World War II battleships, submarines, and aircraft in use by the United States, Great Britain, and Japan. |
| Accession number | RHC-50 |
Scope and Content of Collection
Collection consists of 35mm black and white slides of World War II battleships, submarines, and aircraft in use by the United States, Great Britain, and Japan.
Administrative History
The importance of training top-side battle-station personnel on board ship and all aircraft personnel in visual recognition of ships and aircraft became even more evident during World War II. Mistakes resulting in costly errors and loss of life led to an increased emphasis on recognition as a vital skill. In 1942 a Recognition School was established by the Navy at Ohio State University where the method of identification using slides was developed. In 1943 the school was taken over by the US Navy.
Indexing Terms
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Restrictions
Restrictions on Access
Collection is open for research use.
Publication Rights
For information on copyright or permissions for this collection, contact Grand Valley State University Special Collections.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
[Identification of item], Naval recognition slides (RHC-50). Special Collections & University Archives, Grand Valley State University Libraries.
Acquisition Information
Acquired from Robert Beasecker in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011.