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Christening CeremonyJuly 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 CeremonyJuly 17, 2004
Guest seating with programs and visors.
Christening CeremonyJuly 17, 2004
The Maunawili provides a dramatic backdrop for the christening event.
Christening CeremonyJuly 17, 2004
Presentation of Colors: Dover Air Force Base Color Guard
Christening CeremonyJuly 17, 2004
Guests stand for the pledge of allegiance.
Christening CeremonyJuly 17, 2004
InvocationThe Reverend James D. Von DreeleSeaman’s Church Institute, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Christening CeremonyJuly 17, 2004
Reverend Von Dreele presents Captain Brian McNamara, master of the Maunawili, with a bible.
Christening CeremonyJuly 17, 2004
Guest speakers included CEOs, company vice presidents and a Lieutenant General
Christening CeremonyJuly 17, 2004
Young Jones Act supporters.
Christening CeremonyJuly 17, 2004
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.
Christening CeremonyJuly 17, 2004
I Christen Thee…
Christening CeremonyJuly 17, 2004
… Maunawili!
Christening CeremonyJuly 17, 2004
The U.S. flag displayed on the house of the Maunawili underscored the U.S. Jones Act theme of the event.