Mae West on July 16, 1952

On July 16, 1952 - - 53 years ago in Groton, Connecticut:
Mae West traveled to the Groton submarine base to participate in the "debut" of the scarlet red life jackets dubbed "Mae Wests" [a flotation device]. The new color was designed to be visible from greater distances; a cord attached to the jackets, when pulled, caused them to immediately inflate, getting a nod of approval as their namesake stood by for the demonstration. . . .
- published 16 July 2005 * The Day * New London, CT *
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