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USS Doyle C. Barnes
DE 353

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Christening Day

The USS Doyle C. Barnes (DE-353) was Christened and launched 4 March 1944 by Consolidated Steel Corporation, Ltd., Orange, Texas. She was sponsored by Mrs. D. C. Barnes, widow of Ensign Barnes.8

The photos below were sent to me by Holly Harland, granddaughter of Ensign and Mrs. Barnes.  I doubt there are many of these photos still in existance. Thank you, Holly, for sharing these rare photos!

Click on a photo for a larger view and please be patient.
These Photos Are Graphic Intensive, but worth the wait!

Barnes Christening
The Ceremony


Barnes Christening 2
Readying The Champagne

Barnes Christening 3
She Was Christened!

Barnes Christening 4
And She Was Launched!!


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Home  |  History Of The DE  |  DE 353 History  |  Doyle C. Barnes  | Christening Ceremony  |  Crewmembers  | 
In Memorium  |  First Anniversary  |  Photos  |  Ribbons and Photos  |  Lt. CMRD Ingle  |  A Memorial to DE 353  |  Shipmate Email  |  Memories Aboard DE 353  |  Lest We Forget  |  Naval Links  |  Site Awards

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