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Maori War Club:
Lt. Henry W. Cooke received this Maori war club when the fleet visited New Zealand.
Mementoes:
Wherever the fleet stopped, whether in the West Coast of the United States or in distant Pacific nations, it was received with great enthusiasm. Banquets and entertainments awaited the officers and crews of the ships. And, like sailors of all times, they collected mementoes -- souvenirs to remind them of their 'round the world cruise. |