Transcript Slide 1
Christening
Ceremony
July 17, 2004
The American and Hawaiian flag in the banner hanging from the bow of the
Maunawili symbolized the role of the ship as a part of the U.S. Jones Act
fleet and Matson’s lifeline to Hawaii.
Christening
Ceremony
July 17, 2004
Guest seating with programs and visors.
Christening
Ceremony
July 17, 2004
The Maunawili provides a dramatic backdrop for the christening event.
Christening
Ceremony
July 17, 2004
Presentation of Colors: Dover Air Force Base Color Guard
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Ceremony
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Guests stand for the pledge of allegiance.
Christening
Ceremony
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Invocation
The Reverend James D. Von Dreele
Seaman’s Church Institute, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Ceremony
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Reverend Von Dreele presents Captain Brian McNamara, master
of the Maunawili, with a bible.
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Ceremony
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Guest speakers included CEOs, company vice presidents and a
Lieutenant General
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Ceremony
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Young Jones Act supporters.
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Ceremony
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Maryanna Shaw prepares for the traditional breaking of the champagne
bottle against the hull of the Maunawili, with her husband, Charles
Stockholm, chairman of A&B and Matson on hand. The champagne was
Maui Brut.
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I Christen Thee…
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… Maunawili!
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Ceremony
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The U.S. flag displayed on the house of the Maunawili underscored
the U.S. Jones Act theme of the event.