Nov. 11, 1965 - Japanese Antarctic observation ship off to the ''White Continent'': The super Antartic observation ship ''Fuji'', carrying 40 Japanese scientists and 182 crew members, receieved a big send-off when she left to explore the great ''white continent''. The newly completed, 7,760-ton ice-breaker, complete with scientific instruments, and three helicopters, is the culmination of Japan's industrial and technological achievements. Photo shows relatives and friends are among the crowd as they cheer members of the ship's company as she prepares to sail from Harumi Pier in Tokyo.
Image details
Contributor:
Keystone Press / Alamy Stock PhotoImage ID:
E0XAXTFile size:
69.9 MB (1.4 MB Compressed download)Releases:
Model - no | Property - noDo I need a release?Dimensions:
5531 x 4417 px | 46.8 x 37.4 cm | 18.4 x 14.7 inches | 300dpiDate taken:
11 November 1965Photographer:
KEYSTONE Pictures USAMore information:
This image could have imperfections as it’s either historical or reportage.
Nov. 11, 1965 - Japanese Antarctic observation ship off to the ''White Continent'': The super Antartic observation ship ''Fuji'', carrying 40 Japanese scientists and 182 crew members, receieved a big send-off when she left to explore the great ''white continent''. The newly completed, 7, 760-ton ice-breaker, complete with scientific instruments, and three helicopters, is the culmination of Japan's industrial and technological achievements. Photo shows relatives and friends are among the crowd as they cheer members of the ship's company as she prepares to sail from Harumi Pier in Tokyo. (Credit Image: Keystone Pictures USA/ZUMAPRESS)