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Sailor Entering a Bar

1968-05

Intrepid Museum

Intrepid Museum
New York, United States

The crew of the aircraft carrier Intrepid—enlisted men and officers—saw port calls as much-needed breaks from shipboard life. These visits gave Intrepid sailors access to two diversions that were not available on the ship: alcohol and women.

Signs outside bars enticed soldiers and sailors to sample their drinks and women. The signs were often crude, both in language and in design. This sign, from a port in Asia, is a tame example.

Details

  • Title: Sailor Entering a Bar
  • Date Created: 1968-05
  • Historic Owner: Ron Fowler
  • Credit Line: Collection of the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum. Gift of Ron Fowler. P2016.34.221

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