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Captain Kangaroo collection of seven U.S. Navy-related identification cards, one signed ''Robert J. Keeshan'' by the acclaimed television entertainer. Cards were issued by the U.S. Navy Yard, as Keeshan enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve in 1946, though never went overseas to war. Cards include: (1) New River, N.C. Headquarters Battalion ''Mess / Official Business'' pass signed, possibly by Keeshan; (2) Camp Lejeune, N.C. ''Liberty Pass'', signed boldly ''Robert J. Keeshan'' at bottom; (3) U.S.S. Rockbridge ''Early Chow Pass'' with Keeshan's name printed to verso of card; (4) ''H&S BN, FMF, PAC / Noon Meal Hall Pass'', with Keeshan's name and initials printed; (5) Second ''H&S Meal Mess Pass'', with no name printed; (6) U.S. Navy Yard, Pearl Harbor ''Special Pass'' dated 22 May 1946 with Keeshan's name and initials printed, appointing his duty status ''Office of the Paymaster''; (7) New York State War Council Team Sports Qualification Card, certifying ''R. Keeshan has qualified for the Superior Award in Team Sports.'' Cards measure 3'' x 2'' or 4'' x 2.5'' with minor age wear, overall very good.
Bob Keeshan Collection of Seven 1940's Navy-Related ID Cards
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