USS John Hancock DD-981 Spruance Class Destroyer US Navy Postcard Atlantic Fleet

Vintage-style postcard features a striking color photograph of the USS John Hancock (DD-981), a multi-mission Spruance Class destroyer, underway at sea. The front displays the ship's name in a stylized script reminiscent of John Hancock's famous signature, while the reverse provides historical context regarding the vessel's lineage as the sixth U.S. Navy ship named after the first signer of the Declaration of Independence. Published by Atlantic Fleet Sales in Norfolk, Virginia, this unposted card is a clean example of naval memorabilia, perfect for collectors of maritime history or military vessels. Subject: USS John Hancock DD-981 Class: Spruance Class Destroyer Type: Postcard Era: Modern (1939-Now) Region: United States Publisher: Atlantic Fleet Sales Location: Norfolk, VA Theme: Naval Ships Material: Cardstock Orientation: Horizontal Finish: Glossy Postage Condition: Unposted Back: Divided Back Keywords: US Navy, Warship, Destroyer, Maritime History, Nautical, Military Collectible, Fleet, Sailor, Veteran, Patriotic, Ephemera, Ship Photo, Naval Aviation