USS Ranger (CVA/CV-61)

Photos of USS Ranger (CVA/CV-61), USS-Ranger (CV-4) and their squadrons/air groups


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The ShipThese are photos of the USS Ranger, both CVA/CV-61 and CV-4
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USS Ranger (CVA/CV-61)


GreyEagleAirlines.jpg

11 files, last one added on Feb 04, 2010

USS-Ranger (CV-4)


80-G-236719.jpg

23 files, last one added on Jan 22, 2010

Patches


1991_FV-1.jpg

7 files, last one added on Nov 25, 2009

Miscellaneous


FirstSalute.jpg

6 files, last one added on Jan 04, 2010

4 albums on 1 page(s)

AviationThese are photos of anything having to do with the Rangers' air groups and squadrons
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Squadrons


vigi1.jpg

3 files, last one added on Sep 08, 2009

Patches


52-93Rustlers.jpg

3 files, last one added on Nov 26, 2009

Air Groups


CVW2_Westpac_1968.jpg

1 files, last one added on Jan 04, 2010

 

3 albums on 1 page(s)

MiscellaneousThis is a catchall folder. It is also for any photo that we are not sure of. It is used as an intermediate folder for those.
54 files in 7 albums and 3 categories with 1 comments viewed 6490 times

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under_construction.jpg
Under Construction171 views1933?
PhotoNorthAfricaCarrierGuns.jpg
5" mounts204 viewsA couple of Ranger's 5" mounts manned and ready.
80-G-236719.jpg
In camoflage75 viewsPhotographed from a Naval Air Station, Hampton Roads, Virginia, aircraft on 6 July 1944.
Note her camoflage paint scheme.

Official U.S. Navy Photograph, now in the collections of the National Archives.
Remember.jpg
Sketch159 viewsA sketch of Ranger to remember her.
BremertonWithSisters.jpg
In Bremerton158 viewsAn aerial view of Indepence, Constellation & Ranger sitting side-by-side in Bremerton. Indy and Connie are already being stripped in preparation for scrapping/scuttling. Ranger awaits same fate if massive help does not come forth.
WindowDesign.jpg
Window decal123 viewsThis is a 12x12 decal that can be applied to any window or similar surface. It can be purchased from the webmaster for $25.00 + S&H. (If enough pre-orders can be obtained, the cost will be significantly reduced. For info, write to Webmaster@USS-Ranger.org.
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Minute Man patch #364 viewsOne of the three Minute Man patches used by Ranger after conversion to an all purpose carrier (CV).
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North Africa Invasion, November 194230 viewsPilots of Fighting Squadron 41 (VF-41) singing in their ready room aboard USS Ranger (CV-4), before "zero hour" of the first day of the invasion of Morocco, 8 November 1942.
Lieutenant Malcolm T. Wordell, Squadron Executive Officer, (at right) is leading the songs. Lieutenant Jacob W. Onstott is standing in the left center.
Note situation board behind them, and chart of aircraft insignia at left.

Official U.S. Navy Photograph, now in the collections of the National Archives.

Last additions
GreyEagleAirlines.jpg
Grey Eagle Airlines52 viewsA C-1 COD is readied for launching. Painted on the engine cover in red-white-blue stripes is "Grey Eagle Airlines." Ranger's radio call sign was Grey Eagle.
US Navy photo. Date unknown.
Feb 04, 2010
BremertonWithSisters.jpg
In Bremerton158 viewsAn aerial view of Indepence, Constellation & Ranger sitting side-by-side in Bremerton. Indy and Connie are already being stripped in preparation for scrapping/scuttling. Ranger awaits same fate if massive help does not come forth.Jan 22, 2010
cv61-1960.jpg
Dismasted113 viewsUSS Ranger (CVA-61) passes under a bridge in the 1960s. Note the tilted mast and the A-4 Skyhawks on deck.Jan 22, 2010
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At sea May 1971126 viewsUSS Ranger (CV-61) at sea, 19 May 1971.Jan 22, 2010
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At sea June 1981122 viewsUSS Ranger (CV-61) underway in the Pacific 15 June 1981.
US Navy photo.
Jan 22, 2010
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Departing San Diego July 1990133 viewsUSS Ranger (CV-61) departing San Diego harbor to conduct training operations off southern California 26 July 1990. Embarked is Carrier Air Wing Two (CVW-2).
US Navy photo.
Jan 22, 2010
80-G-236719.jpg
In camoflage75 viewsPhotographed from a Naval Air Station, Hampton Roads, Virginia, aircraft on 6 July 1944.
Note her camoflage paint scheme.

Official U.S. Navy Photograph, now in the collections of the National Archives.
Jan 22, 2010
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At Guantanamo Bay61 viewsAnchored in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, 10 November 1939.

Official U.S. Navy Photograph, now in the collections of the National Archives.
Jan 22, 2010