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2C Iowa fitting out - Brooklyn Navy Yard - August 1942 through January 1943
Workers continue to adjust lines to position IOWA over her keel blocks in dry dock. October 20, 1942 - 80-G-13561
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Workers continue to position IOWA over her keel blocks. Note size comparison of the boat and IOWA's bow. October 20, 1942 - 80-G-13562
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Tug boats begin moving the dry dock caisson into position to close the dock with Iowa inside. October 20, 1942 - 80-G-13559
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Tug boats push the caisson into its final position to seal the dry dock. October 20, 1942 - 80-G-13560
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