Veterans of the USS Thorn stand at attention during a mock recommissioning ceremony to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Thorn's acceptance to the USN.. 10-13 August 1973, Philadelphia Navy Yard.

Navy Speakers accept the Thorn into the USN. Note the "brass" on the torpedo deck.

Another view of the recommissioning ceremony.

Thorn gets all decked out for a holiday routine.

Welcome to the USS Thorn.

DD647.

Looking aft at the Thorn during the ceremony festivities.