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    Posted 5 years ago

    RichmondLori
    (366 items)

    this 1973 ZIPPO Slim Lighter is engraved on the front with a battleship and the words:
    U.S.S. NIAGARAFALLS AFS
    on the back side is the logo:
    Circle enclosed ship U.S.S. NIAGARAFALLS AFS 3 *Mobile Support for Sea Power *.

    the USS Niagara Falls (AFS–3), a Mars-class combat stores ship. the Niagara Falls was designed to deliver refrigerated stores, dry provisions, technical spares, and general stores type matériel to the Fleet at sea. Her configuration provided for rapid issue rates using a minimum of men and the latest in transfer-at-sea methods, cargo handling, storage techniques, and automation. She was capable of simultaneous replenishment of one ship on each side as well as transfer of matériel by cargo helicopters, which she carried.

    the lighter is in great condition, minor wear. came in the original box with the insert.

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    Comments

    1. Newfld Newfld, 5 years ago
      Wonderful USS Niagara Falls lighter and great history
    2. RichmondLori RichmondLori, 5 years ago
      Thank you Newfld.

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