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Naval gunners train for speed and accuracy in war
The article explains how the navy rapidly expands armed guards for merchant ships, drafting thousands from the fleet and forming a busy training regime. It details shore facilities, the spotter board drill to practice range estimation, and the need for swift, coordinated actions in gun crews amid wartime pressures.
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Ralph D. Payne
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Shipping Board
Armed Guard
Navy Yard
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