Monroe, Marilyn, 1926-1962

Seaman Charles Ryan, a member of the USS Manchester crew, and Dorothy Lamour dance the hula during celebration of the USS Manchester's return to Long Beach, California after tour in the Korean War Zone for nearly a year. Hollywood actresses are seated behind them, including Monica Lewis, far right with Captain Lewis S. Parks, Commanding Officer of the USS Manchester behind her. Marilyn Monroe is standing next to Captain Parks. Virginia Field is seated on the left. All others are unidentified.

The USS Manchester arrives in Long Beach, California after nearly a year on combat duty in the Korean War. Fourteen Hollywood actors and actresses were on hand to greet the returning officers and men.

On June 16, 1951, the USS Manchester arrives in Long Beach, California after nearly a year on combat duty in the Korean War. Fourteen Hollywood actors and actresses were on hand to greet the returning officers and men. Those shown, from left to right, Dorothy Lamour, Virginia Field, Marilyn Monroe, Helena Carter, Carole Morton, and Joyce Mackenzie.

Seaman Eugen Reddel of Baytown, Texas, a member of the USS Manchester crew, poses for a photo with Monica Lewis, dubbed "Miss Manchester" by the Manchester crew during celebration of the USS Manchester's return to Long Beach, California, after tour in the Korean War Zone for nearly a year. Hollywood actresses Marilyn Monroe (seated, third from left), Carole Morton (seated fourth from left), and Dorothy Lamour (seated, right) are pictured in the background. All others are unidentified.