Commissioning of the USS Liddle

The USS Liddle was placed into commission on December 6, 1943 as DE-206. These photographs are from the commissioning ceremony.

Invitation to the commissioning ceremony for the USS Liddle - front
Invitation to the commissioning ceremony - front

Invitation to the commissioning ceremony for the USS Liddle - back
Invitation to the commissioning ceremony - back

USS Liddle DE-206 commissioning Full crew photograph 1
The crew is assembled for the ceremony.

USS Liddle DE-206 commissioning Full crew photograph 2
This photograph is apparently from the invocation or benediction, as the men have all removed their hats.

USS Liddle DE-206 commissioning Full crew photograph 3
With a spray of champagne the USS Liddle is christened.