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It is painted white with red crosses to conform to the Geneva Conventioncriteria for a civilian hospital ship; firing upon it is potentially a war crime under international law
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How many hospital ships did the US have during World War 2?
During World War II, the United States operated a total of 18 hospital ships. These ships were used to provide medical care to wounded soldiers and sailors, transporting them from the front lines to more secure medical facilities. The hospital ships were equipped with surgical units, medical supplies, and personnel trained to handle various medical emergencies. Notably, the most famous of these ships included the USS Comfort and USS Hope.
What color was the great white fleet painted?
Blue or black
What was a difference between the Great White Fleet black ships and Commodore Perrys black ships?
Commodore Perry's Black Ships used force to achieve goals.
What color was the zeppelin from world war 1?
Yellow - natural off white canvas treated with clear dope to weather proof the fabric. Some were painted with camouflage patterns and some had the undersides painted black for night bombing missions. After WWI, most airships were 'painted' with a clear dope giving a silver gray appearance.
Why were cows painted with white stripes during ww2?
It was to do with the blackout, so the farmer would be able to see his cows more easily when it was blackout. This was because all the lights were off to prevent the Germans being able to pick bombing targets. Because they had no lights at night, the cows were painted white so the farmer could see his cows, but also so people in cars could see the cows when they were near a road, i think. Hope it helps!
Why are lighthouses painted black and white?
A lighthouse may be painted black and white to help it stand out more, so it can be seen during the daytime by ships at sea.
Nickname of the US navy in the early 1900s?
The Great White Fleet, when a battle fleet painted their ships white and sailed around the world. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_White_Fleet
What is the noun in the sentence they sailed the oceans in beautifully painted ships?
The nouns are oceans and ships.
When was the three ships on orange and black background painted and where?
1492
Do objects painted black dry faster than painted white?
yes objects painted black dry faster than those painted white because the black absorbs more heat than the white
Why is the Norwegian cruise ship Norwegian Sun plain white when their other Norwegian ships are brightly painted?
I saw it recently. It has a sun on the bow with rays going down the side.
Who painted White on White?
Kasimir Malevich
Why is the cruise ship Norwegian Sun cruise ship all white when the other Norwegian ships are brightley colored?
The Norwegian Sun has a brightly painted mural on its side just like the other ships in the fleet. Perhaps you have stumbled across an outdated photo.
What ships were used to transport nurses during world war 2?
Hospital ships and standard transports (Victory and Liberty ships).
Who painted the White House white?
james hoban
What enhancements did they make to the White House?
Painted it white
What type of hospital was used for the first time in Korean war?
field hospitals and navy hospital ships
