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This Day in Minnesota History

January 13, 1944

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ISBN: 0873514165
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The cruiser Duluth is launched in Newport News, Virginia, christened by Ella T. Hatch, wife of Duluth mayor Edward H. Hatch. In May 1945 the ship becomes part of the U.S. fleet in World War II.

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First published: July 1, 2015
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