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U.S.S. Kentucky, engine room, 1900 or 1901. Creator: Unknown
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U.S.S. Kentucky, engine room, 1900 or 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Kentucky, engine room, 1900 or 1901
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Battleship Engine Engine Room Marine Maritime Naval Ship Uss Kentucky Warships
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This striking black and white image captures the engine room of the U.S.S. Kentucky, an iconic American battleship from the early 20th century. The U.S.S. Kentucky was launched in 1900 and was one of the first battleships in the United States Navy's modern fleet. This photograph, taken between 1900 and 1901, provides a rare glimpse into the inner workings of this impressive warship. The engine room is a labyrinth of pipes, valves, and machinery, all working in harmony to power the massive vessel. Steam pipes run along the walls, while large engines and boilers dominate the center of the room. Sailors in heavy work clothes can be seen in the foreground, tending to the machinery and maintaining the delicate balance of power that kept the U.S.S. Kentucky moving through the water. The image was captured using a dry plate negative glass 8 x 10 in process, a common photographic technique of the time. The photograph is part of the extensive collection of the Library of Congress, and is credited to an unknown photographer. The U.S.S. Kentucky was a symbol of American naval power and ingenuity, and this photograph offers a unique window into the past, providing a glimpse into the engineering marvels of the early 20th century.
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