USS Emmons is about to hit the water as she is launched on 21 August, 1941.

Emmons , having just been launched, is handled by tugs at the Bath Iron Works Shipyard on 21 August, 1941. Notice the BIW flag flying from the mast.

Emmons on the ways at the Bath Iron Works before her launching on 23 Aug, 1941. Notice her sister ship being constructed to the right in this photo.

Emmons coming alongside USS Macomb DD458 to deliver mail prior to the North Africa campaign.

Emmons seen bombarding enemy positions on Omaha Beach, June 6, 1944. Emmons was on call for fire support throughout the invasion.

Emmons pulling alongside USS Santee CVE-29 to refuel in November 1942. Emmons is enroute to Bermuda, and then off to North Africa for the protection and fire support of Operation Torch.

Emmons seen firing at target of opportunity off Fox Green Beach, June 6, 1944 .