File:US Atlantic Fleet Ships steam out of Reykjavik harbour in July 1941.jpg

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Description	Occupation of Iceland, July 1941: Seen from the quarterdeck of the U.S. Navy battleship USS New York (BB-34), U.S. Atlantic Fleet Ships steam out of Reykjavik harbour, Iceland at the time of the initial U.S. occupation in early July 1941. Next ship astern is USS Arkansas (BB-33), followed by the light cruisers USS Brooklyn (CL-40) and USS Nashville (CL-43). Note the 3"/50 gun on alert at left, and the quick-release life ring at right.
Date	July 1941
Source	Official U.S. Navy photo 80-G-K-5919 from the U.S. Navy Naval History and Heritage Command
Author	U.S. Navy

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