USS Colahan (DD-658), aFletcher-class destroyer of the United Sta - $75 (ALLENTOWN)

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USS Colahan (DD-658) was a Fletcher-class destroyer of the United States Navy. Colahan (DD-658) was launched 3 May 1943 by Bethlehem Steel Co., Staten Island, N.Y.; sponsored by Mrs. P. C. Hinkamp, adopted granddaughter of Commander Colahan; and commissioned 23 August 1944, Lieutenant Commander D. T. Wilber in command.Charles Ellwood Colahan was born on 25 October 1849 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It saw action in Marshall Islands, the Battle of Tarawa, and many others. Clearing Tokyo Bay on 31 October 1945, the Colahan returned to San Diego where she was placed out of commission in reserve 14 June 1946, and assigned to the 12th Naval District for use in training Naval Reservists.
This features an image of the ship, an engraved plaque detailing specifications, and a crest emblem. Mounted with a triple matting design and protected by a black frame. Frame measures 17.25 x 21 inches

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