Photograph

Description:

Photograph. Sepia-toned photo showing the top portion of a caisson that was used for the construction of a railroad bridge over the Rouge River. Printed text on the upper and lower edges of the photo shows "Caisson #2" and "Apr. 18, 1919." The view shows the top of the caisson including circular scaffolding, various pieces of equipment, piping, and reinforcing bars. One workman is standing inside the top of the caisson and another is standing above it on the railroad tracks.

Date Issued:

1919-01-01T00:00:00Z

Data Provider:

Detroit Historical Society

Subject Topic:

River Rouge, MI and River Rouge Bascule Bridge

Subject Name:

James, Warren B.

Rights:

No Copyright - United States

URL:

http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/photo/8865DF1A-1D89-45A3-8535-338840118837