Original Cold War-era U.S. Navy reconnaissance photographs documenting a Soviet vessel at sea, dated May 26, 1974.
This lot includes two (2) vintage black & white surveillance prints featuring:
Aerial close-up of ship superstructure and deck
High-altitude overhead reconnaissance view
Both photographs are marked on reverse with:
“FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY” designation
Mission ID: IIR 5-310-0009-74
Patrol Squadron: VP-4
Exact date: 26 MAY 1974
Recorded coordinates: 0339N 10514E
These images were likely produced during U.S. Navy Cold War surveillance operations, capturing detailed intelligence on a Soviet vessel in open waters.
📌 Provenance: From the estate of Navy photographer Bob Carlisle
📏 Size: Approx. 8x10
📸 Condition: Very good vintage condition with light edge wear and minor handling marks
