Coast Guardsmen preparing K Gun

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Coast Guardsmen preparing K Gun

Winter clothing, kapok life vests. Coast Guardsman on right is wearing the standard Navy issue watch cap. They are preparing to fire a "K" gun depth charge projector.

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Tags: ordnance, WWII, personnel, ATLANTIC, uniform, K Gun, Winter gear

Photo by: na | VIRIN: 170602-G-XX000-107.JPG

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