Straits of Magellan
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The Fleet's transit through the straits is best documented by the famous painting of Henry Reuterdahl. Titled " U.S. Fleet in the Straits of Magellan on the Morning of Feb 5, 1908. |
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The painting was originally started with the Chilian Cruiser Chacabuco at the lead. (see postcard 1) The Chacabuco led the Fleet through the Straits, but it was decided that an American ship should be shown at the head of the formation. |
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