Edward Steiniger collection

Collection, MC/8

Administrative/Biographical History: Edward T. Steiniger, born April 30, 1942, was a member of the United States Marine Corps who, as a Lance Corporal, was stationed at the Brooklyn Navy Yard circa 1962-1964. The Marine detachment during this time was charged with the security of the Yard’s gates, operation of the Third Naval District Brig, and other security functions. The Marine Corps Brig was located in Building 14, near the Sands Street entrance to the Yard. Steiniger was also a member of the USS America (CV-66) Carrier Veterans Association.
Scope and Content: This collection includes three photographs of Steiniger and others as part of the Third Naval District Marine Corp detachment, including the brig circa 1964, five photographs of Steiniger marching with the USS America Carrier Veterans Association in New York City’s 1996 Veterans Day Parade, and two photographs of the USS America (CV-66). There is also a Marine barracks program outlining the history of the Marines at the Brooklyn Navy Yard circa 1963, a menu for dinner from November 10, 1962 commemorating the 187th anniversary of the U.S. Marine Corps, and an Armed Forces Liberty pass dated August 9, 1962.

System of Arrangement: This collections contains 2 series: Photographs and Ephemera.
Access and Use: Conditions Governing Access This collection is open for research.; Conditions Governing Reproduction Material in this collection is made available for use in research, teaching, and private study, pursuant to U.S. Copyright law. The use must assume full responsibility for any use of the material, including but not limited to, infringement of copyright and publication rights of reproduced material. Please see the BNYDC Archives’ Policy on Access and Use for more information about reproductions and permissions to publish. Any material used for academic research or otherwise should be credited using the citation below.; Preferred Citation Published citations should take the following form: Identification of item, date (if known); Edward Steiniger collection, MC/8; Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation Archives, Brooklyn, NY.