Photograph

Description:
Photograph. Sepia-toned photo showing the construction of a caisson for a railroad bridge that is being built over the Rouge River. Printed text in the top center of the photo shows "Caisson #1" and additional printed text in the lower right corner shows "M.C.R.R. River Rouge Bascule; May 27, 1919." The view looks down on the top of the caisson and shows various pieces of equipment, piping, and scaffolding. Two workmen can be seen in the upper right corner of the photo.
Date Issued:
1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
Data Provider:
Detroit Historical Society
Subject Topic:
River Rouge Conrail Bridge, New York Central Railroad Bridge, and M.C.R.R. River Rouge Bascule Bridge
Subject Name:
James, Warren B.
Rights:
No Copyright - United States
URL:
http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/photo/FF38652B-50F7-4874-A70F-159868971377