World War II Photograph

At a supply base somewhere in the Pacific, Coast Guard-manned LSTs receive a Marine division and its equipment designated for the invasion of Tarawa atoll in the Gilbert Islands. In front, right, are alligators used in storming over reefs protecting Bititu Island.

At a supply base somewhere in the Pacific, Coast Guard-manned LSTs receive a Marine division and its equipment designated for the invasion of Tarawa atoll in the Gilbert Islands. In front, right, are alligators used in storming over reefs protecting Bititu Island.

National Archives and Records Administration (26-G-3243)