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    Cmdr. Frank Erickson at his desk [Image 3 of 4]

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    A military officer in uniform sits at a desk in what appears to be an official office setting. Behind him hang two large framed paintings depicting helicopter rescue and aviation operations, along with a smaller framed item between them. The photograph appears to be from the mid-20th century based on image quality, uniform style, and artwork subject matter.

    BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES

    12.05.2016

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    U.S. Coast Guard Oceania

    Cmdr. Frank Erickson pictured at his desk at Air Station Brooklyn, which became a helicopter training base, serving as executive officer until from Sept. 1943 to May, 1944, and then as its commanding officer for a year. This followed Erickson's completion of training and designation as the first Coast Guard helicopter pilot (Coast Guard Helicopter Pilot No. 1). (U.S. Coast Guard archive photo/Released)

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    Date Taken: 12.05.2016
    Date Posted: 12.05.2016 18:48
    Photo ID: 3033602
    VIRIN: 430901-G-GO100-1001
    Resolution: 816x1006
    Size: 280.63 KB
    Location: BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, US
    Web Views: 183
    Downloads: 13

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    A black-and-white photograph showing a military officer seated in what appears to be an aircraft cockpit or doorway. He is wearing a leather flight jacket with a visible insignia patch and a garrison/overseas cap with what appears to be a single star insignia. The image appears to date from the World War II or early Cold War era based on uniform style and aircraft construction.
    A black-and-white archival photograph showing a helicopter hoisting a person on a rope or cable during what appears to be a rescue or demonstration exercise. The helicopter is hovering at low altitude above a grassy field, with a pilot visible in the cockpit. The background shows mid-20th century buildings and parked automobiles, suggesting a military base or institutional facility.
    A military officer in uniform sits at a desk in what appears to be an official office setting. Behind him hang two large framed paintings depicting helicopter rescue and aviation operations, along with a smaller framed item between them. The photograph appears to be from the mid-20th century based on image quality, uniform style, and artwork subject matter.
    A formal black-and-white portrait photograph of a male military officer in dress uniform. He is wearing a dark naval or maritime service uniform with insignia, ribbons, and a peaked cap bearing an eagle emblem. The photo appears to be an official military portrait, likely from the mid-20th century.

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