Stanley Kalina Signed 'Battleship Row' 11x16 Lithograph (AIV)

""" Calling all history buffs and collectors!







Step back in time and witness a pivotal moment in American history with this exceptional find: a hand-signed 11 1/2 X 16 lithograph titled """"Battleship Row"""" by renowned artist Stan Stokes. Authenticated by AI-Verified authentication services, this captivating lithograph offers a poignant glimpse into the chaos and devastation of the attack on Pearl Harbor, as witnessed by survivor Stanley Kalina.







In """"Battleship Row,"""" Stan Stokes expertly recreates the harrowing scene of December 7, 1941, when the U.S. Pacific Fleet was ambushed by Japanese forces. The USS Arizona, USS Oklahoma, and other battleships are depicted in vivid detail, serving as solemn reminders of the sacrifice and heroism displayed on that fateful day.







The hand-signed signature of Stanley Kalina, a survivor of the attack on Pearl Harbor, adds an extra layer of authenticity and historical significance to this lithograph, making it a prized addition to any collection.







With AI-Verified authentication services, you can bid with confidence, knowing that the signature on this lithograph has been verified using cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology. This ensures that you are acquiring a genuine piece of history, signed by Stanley Kalina himself.







Don't miss your chance to own this poignant piece of memorabilia. Bid now and make this hand-signed Stan Stokes lithograph of """"Battleship Row,"""" authenticated by AI-Verified authentication services, the centerpiece of your collection. Honor the bravery of those who served and remember the events that changed the course of history. Place your bid today and let this extraordinary piece of history become a cherished part of your collection! ""







Born in 1921 in Rockville, Connecticut Stanley ('Steven') Kalina enlisted in the US Navy prior to WW 11. After training in Newport, Rhode Island, Kalina was assigned to the USS Nitro. Following several months on the crew of the Nitro, Kalina was transferred to the USS West Virginia. Kalina was on the bridge of the West Virginia on the fateful morning of December 7, 1941. Upon seeing the oncoming planes and witnessing the attack Kalina's first reaction was that a terrible mistake was happening. After the first wave of Japanese torpedo bombers had scored hits up and down battleship row, Kalina realized what was happening. The West Virginia took several hits and all power was lost to its gun turrets, which made the ship a defenseless target. The West Virginia was attacked by both torpedo and dive bombers, and was also the victim of several strafing attacks by Zero fighters. The attack lasted for about three hours, and with its decks awash, the order was passed to abandon ship. Kalina dove overboard, and had to swim hard to avoid the burning fuel oil from the USS Arizona, which had exploded directly aft of the West Virginia. After thirty minutes in the water Kalina was picked up by a reserve boat from the USS Solace, a hospital ship stationed at Pearl Harbor. The rescue boat took Kalina to Ford Island. There he boarded a whale boat which shuttled fire extinguishers to several burning ships. The rest of the day was spent tending to the casualties and assisting in fighting the fires. Following the attack at Pearl Harbor Kalina served on several other ships including the USS Henderson and the USS Radford. Later in the War Kalina saw action during the Solomon campaign. Naval ships were bombarding Japanese strongholds on Guadacanal, and several surface engagements took place as the Japanese Navy attempted to disrupt the invasion. Kalina was manning a searchlight while at General Quarters one evening when his light illuminated the bow of the USS Helena, which was sinking. Kalina's ship assisted in rescuing many of the Helena's crew. He was discharged from the Navy in September of 1944."

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