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Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Raleigh
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.

Raleigh

Artifact IDMO 1941.7.92
Object Type Model
Mediumwood, paint, string, metal
Dimensionsoverall (model on base) H 32 in x W 43 in x D 14 in (81.3 cm x 109.2 cm x 35.6 cm )

Physical DescriptionA three-masted, square-rigged wooden model of the frigate, RALEIGH. The ship has a teal and black painted hull and white trim, some deck detail, elaborate rigging, and no sails. At the bow is a figurehead of a man, as well as the name of the ship. The model is mounted on a wood cradle base.
Historical NoteThis model was presented to President Roosevelt by Donald Wills Douglas of Santa Monica, California in April 1934.
Additional Details
Credit LineEstate of Franklin D. Roosevelt
Use Restriction StatusUnrestrictedCopyrightReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
Not on view
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