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Welcome Day in Tacoma Washington A Cruiser Washington Arrives
A Tacoma April 15 1908 letter recalls Welcome Day for the cruiser Washington. The city dazzled with flags bunting and pride as ships crowds and bands greeted the steel warship. Washington sailed to anchor amid gun salutes and community celebration reflecting strong national and local patriotism.
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