Even in 1940 oars were still a primary means of propulsion. Woodrow Wilson
Gholston is on the forward portside oar. Whaleboat off the USC&GS SURVEYOR.
Image ID: ship1633, NOAA's Fleet Then and Now - Sailing for Science Collection Location: Alaska Photo Date: 1940 Credit: Collection of Woodrow Wilson Gholston, formerly of USC&GS