1945 Press Photo Seamen take coffee break at "chow wagon" at Port of New Orleans

A break in the monotony of an early morning watch is provided by the "chow wagon," a jeep carrying hot coffee and sandwiches. Enjoying a welcome snack are (from left) Seaman First Class L.W. Hanning, city employee; Seaman First Class W.F. LeCourt, sales representative; Boatstwain Second Class Howard D. Chapman, contractor, and Coxswain C.M. Cooper, war plant worker at Port of New Orleans.

Photo is dated 1945.

Photo measures 9 x 7.25 inches.