Box Misc. MS Box 4

Photograph of Mrs. Broughton christening the Vance with a bottle of champagne to signify its take off. Caption on the back of the photograph states: "Mrs. J. M. Broughton smashing bottle of champagne against Zebulon B. Vance Saturday at noon."

Photograph of a medical facility in the shipyard. Caption on the back of photograph states: "Approved December 1, 1941 by the U.S. Maritime Commission.

Photograph of the groudwork of a ship, depicting the process of laying down plates for a ship's hull.

The sliding of the Zebulon B. Vance into the Cape Fear River.

Photograph of the moment that the Vance hits the Cape Fear River, signifiying the first completed ship of the NCSC is ready to set sail. Caption on the back of the photograph states: "The moment the Zeb Vance struck the waters of Cape Fear River."

Photograph of at least 5 whirler cranes in the shipyard. Caption on the back of the photograph states: "One of many whirler cranes apointed for lifting and moving heavy pieces of equipment."

Photograph of a plate shop, which seems to be located within the structure. A few employees can be seen working within this shop. Caption on the back of the photograph states: "Bending + punching. Shearing All Cold."

Photograph of the first NCSC ship, Zebulon B. Vance, sailing. There is a smaller ship that is docked alongside the Vance. Caption on the back of the photograph states: "After the Zeb Vance had righted itself in the water - the rigs lashed on to it and tied it up to a waiting dock where outfitting was begun."

A ramp designated as "1B" allowing a finished ship to slide into the water. Caption on the back of the photograph states: "Cradle" where haul will rise."

A line of finished ships at the shipyard.