President lays keel of first submarine designed for atom-power.

Record ID: 231148

  • Title: President lays keel of first submarine designed for atom-power.
  • Date: 17th June 1952
  • Summary: Groton, Connecticut, U.S.A.: GV Dock sheds with crowd etc., SCU Mr. Truman indicates that he is ready to sign keel. SV Keel being lowered into position for signature. SV Mr. Truman signing. SV Welder burning in Mr. Truman's initials. CU Ditto. CU Welder wiping metal to show initials 'H.S.T.' SV Mr. Truman walks away from mike among crowd. Personalities - Politicians; United States of America; Navy - Ceremonial; Atomic Energy; Harry S Truman (1884-1972) Initials Groton, Connecticut Script is copyright Reuters Limited. All rights reserved
  • Embargoed: 2nd July 1952 13:00
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  • Location: Groton, Connecticut, U.S.A.
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  • Country: USA
  • Reuters ID: LVA9LLQKK0ENVW6KO8Z5MI66UCVE
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  • Copyright Holder: REUTERS
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