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- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph showing the Ford River Rouge Complex Building "B," under construction. Men are picturing installing glazing on the sides of the building near the building's front. Workers are present. Verso: Building front with glazing in progress (16 May 1918)". Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22101-5-16-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting a portside view of the completed hull of Eagle Boat No. 1 at the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. Workers are on scaffolding along the side of the boat. Wooden stairs connect the scaffolding to rail flatcar decking. The caption, "Competed hull," is on the verso. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22493-6-22-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph of progress made plating the hull of Eagle Boat No. 41 within building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, as taken from above its port bow. Several plates have been applied at the bow, as well as in a strip along its side. Another Eagle Boat is under construction in the background. A row of workers are lined up at the tool crib in the adjacent aisle. "25725-2-10-19, #41" is printed in the lower left corner of the recto. The photo is mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting a Eagle Boat keel being laid within the Ford River Rouge Complex. Plating has begun on another Eagle Boat hull in the background. An overhead crane is visible in the background. Workers in the foreground rivet plates together. Additional plates and material are laying on the floor. The caption, "Keel with completed first row of plating," is on the verso. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22287-6-03-18 with a number 5 written above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph showing the exterior of Building B of the Ford Motor Company's River Rouge development under construction. A water tower visable on the left. Two cranes and railroad cars are in the background. Foreground shows foundation layout and mounting blocks for rail system used transport ships to launch area. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22077-5-11-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph showing the interior of Building B of the Ford Motor Company's River Rouge development with an Eagle Boat in stocks with bracing atop rails. The boat's port side from the bow is shown. A man is working on keel and hull, and three other workers are in view. Keel has a large number 3 on it. Steel plates are staged on the floor. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22317-6-8-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing with flap on left side with holes for binding.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting an Eagle Boat under construction within the Ford River Rouge Complex. The boat's is supported by wooden framing. Plates have been attached to its keel, and several frames and bulk heads are in place. Workers are also present in the scene. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22244-5-29-18 with a number 1 above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph showing the exterior of a factory building at the Ford River Rouge development, while under construction. Workers can be seen on the roof. The foreground shows large logs stockpiled. Small wooden sheds are stationed near wall of factory. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22073-5-11-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting Eagle Boat No. 1 being outfitted while docked at the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex. Workers are on deck of the boat. A mobile rail-mounted crane is positioned next to the boat. Other workers are visible in background. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22692-7-18-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting the manufacture of Eagle Boat No. 2, in stocks and trucks, within the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. Scaffolding has been attached to the entire length of the port side. Material is staged for assembly in the foreground. Workers are also visible. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22575-1-03-18 written above the date is the number (2).. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Black and white photograph of a close-up of the Eagle Boat launch pit under construction at the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. Workers rivet cross pieces in place as other workers attend to the tower. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22606-7-08-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph showing the bow and port side view of a Ford Eagle Boat hull and keel during construction within Building B of the company's River Rouge development. The boat is in stocks with bracing, on a set of rails. The factory also contains an overhead crane and several men working. Keel has a large number 1 visible on bow. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22311-6-5-18. Above the number is a small "(1)." Photo mounted on a linen backing with flap on left side with holes for binding.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph of showing progress made on the construction of the hull of Eagle Boat No. 41 within building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, as taken from above its port quarter. The transom, propeller shaft tunnel, and several stringers and bulkheads are in place. "25830-2-17-19, #43" is printed in the lower left corner of the recto. The photo is mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph taken of the interior of the flooded outfitting building at the Ford River Rouge Workers in boots are standing in ankle-deep water. Stockpiled parts hung on the walls. Lower right hand corner show number and date of photo: 26170-03-17-19. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph showing the construction of a Ford Eagle Boat hull within Building B of the company's River Rouge development. Three men are shown working. The boat is in stocks with bracing atop a set of rails. An overhead crane is suspended in the background. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22312-6-5-18. Above the number is a small "(2)." Photo mounted on a linen backing with flap on left side with holes for mounting.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting a completed Eagle Boat hull being lowered into the water by the launch elevator while spectators observe from the Launch Control Building of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, as taken off of the boat's port bow. Workers and Navy personnel are present. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22861-8-19-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting the construction of the elevator for launching Eagle Boats at the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. A crane moves a large wooden log while another crane sets metal beams. A steam shovel is excavating in the background. Workers and stored materials are also in view. The caption "Pit complete, elevator under construction," is on the verso. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22525-6-26-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Black and white photograph taken of the central aisle within of building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex during its conversion from a space for the manufacture of Eagle Boats to that of automobiles. A second floor has been constructed along the sides of the building, while the central aisle remains open. Three sets of railroad tracks run through the central aisle, holding cars filled by a hopper at the level of the new second floor on the left, with gravel. "27036-6," is printed in the lower right corner of the recto. The photo is mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph of an Eagle Boat propeller, propped up beside a wooden fence, taken on the grounds of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex. "Boat #5" has been written on one of the blades of the propeller, along with several multiplication problems. A cart is on the near side of the wall in the background, and stacks of barrels are on the far side. "27389-7-31-19," is printed in the lower left corner of the recto. The photo is mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph showing the framework of factory while under construction. Three cranes are shown; one is setting trusses. Workers are present. The name on side of crane reads, "American Bridge Company." The lean-to section of factory is shown. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22075-5-11-18. Time of photo taken: Noon. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting a completed Eagle Boat hull positioned on the launch elevator at the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, as taken from off its port side. Workers and spectators are observing the process. The Launch Control Building is shown in the background behind the bow of the boat. After launching, the boat will be moved to the outfitting station, also located on the Rouge River. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22858-8-19-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting a view of the port side of an Eagle Boat docked at the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex. . Workers are outfitting the boat. A lifeboat is visible in the water between the bow and railway. The caption, "Outfitting the ship," is on the verso. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22825-8-16-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting cranes setting the steel structure for Building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Complex. Rail tracks run from the foreground. A roof truss is waiting beside the structure to be set in place. Workers are visible throughout the scene. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 21986-5-04-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph taken of a starboard quarter of a Eagle Boat parade float, believed to have been built at the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex. The mast is laying flat on the rear deck. Painted canvas hangs from the hull simulating waves. The Boat is stored in a warehouse building. Lower right hand corner show number and date of photo: 23866-12-02-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting a crane and steam shovel involved in excavating and foundation work for the Ford River Rouge Complex. Teams of horses and Hulett Cranes are visible in the background. Workers appear to be on a lunch break. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22291-6-03-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Ledger sheet tracking how complete, expressed in a percentage, each of the sixty Eagle Boats are, along with listings of labor, salary, and material costs for each boat.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting the assembly of an Eagle Boat's frame and keel inside the Ford River Rouge Complex. Verso: "Framing progress". Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22196-5-23-18 with a 1 above of the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting workers installing plating to a keel during the manufacture of an Eagle Boat inside of the Ford River Rouge development. The foreground worker holds a rivet gun. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 2168-5-21-18 with a number 1 written above.. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting the interior of the Elevator Control Building at the Ford River Rouge Complex. This machinery is used to control the elevators used in launching the Eagle Boats. The caption, "Interior of elevator-control building," is printed on the verso. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22643-7-16-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph taken from an elevated position overlooking construction materials stockpiled beside a building under construction at the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. Rail cars filled with materials are stopped beside the building. A sign reading, "This Heating System Designed, Installed, and Guaranteed by Johnson, Larsen and Co., Heating and Power Piping, Engineers and Contractors; 233-235 Monroe Ave., Detroit, Mich.," is posted on a small building among the building supplies. An open touring car is parked next to building. Workers are present. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 21999-5-04-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting manufacture of an large spline gear assembly for a driveshaft at the Ford Rouge Factory Complex, possibly used for an Eagle Boat or for the elevator system used to launch them. The gears are shown with a portion of the housing removed. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22481-6-19-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting workers installing plates on the hull of Eagle Boat No. 4 within the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. The caption, "Third row at bow," is on the verso. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22433-6-13-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting the manufacture of Eagle Boat No. 4 within the Ford Rouge Factory Complex, as viewed from off its port quarter. Scaffolding is suspended from its side. Workers in the background, toward its bow, stand on another scaffold. Another Eagle Boat is being constructed in the background on the right. The caption, "Last plates at Stern," is printed on the verso. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22530-6-26-18 number (4) written above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Black and white photograph of workers using drill presses, table saws, bending machines, and hand tools at work benches within the maintenance building at the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex. "27121-7-3-19," is printed in the lower right corner of the recto, and "Maintenance Bldg," is handwritten on the verso. The photo is mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph of a small locomotive, stenciled with the number "1," pulling three cars of construction debris away from the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, which is visible in the background. "27127-7-3-19," is printed in the lower right corner of the recto, and "Transportation facilities for moving salvage as blast furnace," is handwritten on the verso. The photo is mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Black and white photograph captioned, "Eagle Boiler for Patrol Boat ready for installation," taken of an Eagle Boat boiler staged outside at the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex atop a stand made of wooden ties. "26379-04-10-19," is printed in the lower left corner of the recto and "0-26379" is handwritten on the verso.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting Eagle Boat No. 2 stationed at the outfitting dock of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex. Smoke rises from its smokestack. Finishing details. Lower right hand corner show number and date of photo: 23475-10-30-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Black and white photograph of a close-up of the Eagle Boat launch pit and elevators at the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. Wooden support beams are in place in the pit. Workers are present. The caption, "Detail of elevator," is on the verso. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22607-7-08-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph of Building B of the Ford Motor Company's River Rouge development, under construction, beside a water tower. Cranes are working behind the building. A train runs on the far right. Men with horses are excavating the launch elevator site in the foreground. Verso: "While assembly bldgs and transfer bed are only half-complete, excavating is begun for launch elevator - foreground." Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22028-5-8-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting a crane setting steel beams as part of the construction of the elevator, used to launch Eagle Boats, at the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. In the foreground workers move lumber to be used in forming foundations. The caption, "Hydraulic elevators half-complete," is printed on the verso. Lower right hand corner of photo number and date of photo: 22569-7-02-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph taken to document the effort to set a new record time for boat construction through the manufacture of Eagle Boat No. 59, within building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, as viewed from above the boat's stern. Workers stand atop the boat's newly completed decks. "#59, 26372-04-07-19," is printed in the lower left corner of the recto and "8A-11 Decks Complete," is handwritten on the verso. The photo is mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph showing an elevated view of rail cars off loading material inside Ford River Rouge Complex Building "B," during its construction. Workers are present. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22107-5-16-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph taken to document the effort to set a new record time for boat construction through the manufacture of Eagle Boat No. 59, within building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, as viewed from above the boat's port bow. Workers perched atop the hull are riveting and plating the deck. Scaffolding surrounds the sides of the hull. Lower left hand corner show number and date of photo: 26368-04-05-19 with a #59 written above. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph taken to document the effort to set a new record time for boat construction through the manufacture of Eagle Boat No. 59, within building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, as viewed from the ground below boat's port quarter. The propeller support and the machine used to install the propeller shaft are in place beneath the stern. Scaffolding surrounds the sides of the boat, and a worker stands on it near the transom. The caption, "Shaft is installed," is printed on the verso. Lower right hand corner show number and date of photo: 26370-04-07-19 with a #59 written above. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting Eagle Boats No. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 at the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex's outfitting dock. Eagle Boat No. 2 has a different paint scheme than the others. A small winch-powered ferry is seen at the Bow of Eagle No. 2. The cable is barely visible in the river. Lower right hand corner show number and date of photo: 23423-10-19-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting workers attaching plates to the keel of Eagle Boat No. 3 at the Ford River Rouge Complex. The photo is captioned "Hull grows" on the verso. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22221-5-27-18. Has a number 3 written above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting the bulkheads and framing being installed on the hull of Eagle Boat No. 5, as taken from off its starboard quarter within the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. Another boat is being framed in the background. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22498-6-22-18 with a number (5) written above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph taken of an Eagle Boat at the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex's outfitting dock, as taken from across the water off of its starboard side. The boat appears nearly complete. Painters on suspended scaffolding are finishing their work. Both workers and U.S. Navy personnel are visible aboard. Lower right hand corner show number and date of photo: 23483-10-30-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting an Eagle Boat tied to the outfitting dock at the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, where the boats are finished and their turbine engine installed. The charthouse and mast are being completed. Workers are visible. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22903-8-29-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph a close-up of the Eagle Boat launch pit at the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. Workers remove wooden foundation forms. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22609-7-08-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph taken to document the effort to set a new record time for boat construction through the manufacture of Eagle Boat No. 59. Workers, assisted by an overhead crane set the top plates onto the hull, within building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, as viewed from off the boat's port bow. Workers on ladders spacing the framing along the boat's port side. The time of photo is 12:30 pm. Lower right hand corner show number and date of photo: 26299-04-02-19 with a #59 and 12:30 pm written above. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting two cranes with clam buckets mounted on railcars and workers working on excavation and foundations for the elevators used to launch the Eagle Boats at the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. A steam shovel at work on the left. Several concrete piers are nearly completed. The caption "Digging continues" is on the verso. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22463-6-18-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph taken of an unused aisle within building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex. Tracks run along the center of the aisle. Metal plates are leaned inside of bins along the sides of the aisle. A man stands at the window of a tool crib further along the aisle. In the background on the right, two Eagle Boats are under construction in the adjacent aisle. Scaffolding surrounds the hull of the nearest one. "26781-5-27-19," is printed in the lower right corner of the recto, and "assembling components at site of construction," is handwritten on the verso. The photo is mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph taken to document the effort to set a new record time for boat construction through the manufacture of Eagle Boat No. 59, of the boat completed and on the transfer table outside of building "B" at the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, as viewed from off its starboard side. A sign posted on the side of the boat reads, "Eagle No. 59, World Record, Built in 10 Days." "26408-04-12-19," is printed in the lower right corner of the recto and "The 'ten day' ship on transfer table, moving crossways to elevator," is typewritten on a strip of paper affixed to the verso. The photo is mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph showing the interior of Building B of the Ford Motor Company's River Rouge development containing Eagle Boats in stocks with bracing upon rails. Show two of the three assembly lines are being used. One ship is marked 2 and the other 3. One of the factory support beams is marked "X6." Verso marked with credit to Dossin Great Lakes Museum. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22345-6-10-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing with flap on left side with holes for binding.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph of Building B of the Ford Motor Company's River Rouge development, under construction. Its steel frame work is in place. The left side of the photograph shows a water tower. Railroad lines in run across the foreground and several dollies are stacked. The right side of photo shows where steel trusses were stored. Verso: "Building "B"." Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22011-5-6-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting manufacture of Eagle Boat No. 1 at the Ford Rouge Factory Complex as viewed from of its port quarter. Bracing is supporting the hull, which appears nearly completed. Men are shown working on the deck. The chart house is visible on deck. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22527-6-26-18 with a number (1) written above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting workers laying the keel for Eagle Boat No. 8 within the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. A large wagon is positioned beside the keel. A coat rack is visible to the right of the center. Another Eagle Boat is being plated in the background. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22477-6-18-18 has number (8) written above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph a carriage on rails on the Eagle Boat assembly line with the hull of Eagle Boat No. 9 being plated in the background, within the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. Workers are present. Plates are stored on the floor in the foreground. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22478-6-18-18 has number (9) written above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting workers, including two on suspended scaffolding working on the hull of Eagle Boat No. 1, as viewed off of its starboard quarter with the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. Verso: "Plating complete". Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22470-6-18-18 has 1 written above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph showing framework of factory while under construction. Three cranes are shown; one is setting trusses. Workers are present. A photographer is shown with a movie camera on tripod. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22074-5-11-18. Time of photo taken: 11:30 a.m.. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph taken to document the effort to set a new record time for boat construction through the manufacture of Eagle Boat No. 59. Workers work on the keel, which now has the upper framing and more bulkheads are now in place, within building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex. The time of photo is 9:30 am. Lower left hand corner show number and date of photo: 26295-04-02-19 with a #59 and 9:30 am written above. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting the transportation of workers for the Ford River Rouge Complex. Three open Ford Model T depot hack trucks, each pulling an open trailer, are being used to transport workers to the job site. Each truck and trailer has canvas top with rolled-up canvas sides. Shows men sitting on benches. Several men pose along side the vehicles. The top of a brick farmhouse can be seen in background. Photo taken on Miller Road. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22263-5-31-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph of the workers beginning to rivet plating on the side of the complete frame for Eagle Boat No. 43 within building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, as taken from above its port bow. The photo has been labeled with a "1" on one of the bulkheads near the bow. Another Eagle Boat is under construction in the background. Pieces of framing are piled along the wall on the left. "25831-2-17-19, #43" is printed in the lower left corner of the recto. The photo is mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting workers installing plates for the hull of Eagle Boat No. 6 within the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. Another Eagle Boat is being constructed in the background. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22435-6-13-18 with a number (6) above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting Eagle Boat No. 6 under construction at the Ford Rouge Factory Complex as viewed from off its port bow. Workers have installed the bulkheads and one row of plates. A group of several men are in conference, near its bow, and other workers present beyond. The caption, "Upper frames not yet set," is on the verso. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22660-7-08-18 with the number (6) written above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph showing the interior of Building B of the Ford Motor Company's River Rouge development containing Eagle Boats in stocks with bracing upon rails. Shows ship in background [ Has number 3 written next to it]. A keel is being assembled in the foreground, and a more complete ship is being worked on in the background. The number 3 has been handwritten beside the keel in the foreground, and 7 has been handwritten beside the hull in the background. Many workers are present. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22351-6-10-18 the number 7 appears above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing with flap on left side with holes for binding.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Black and white photograph depicting workers attaching plates to the keel of an Eagle Boat within Ford River Rouge Complex Building "B." The foreground shows material staged to be installed. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 2163-5-20-18 with number 1 written above. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting workers attaching plates to the keel of an Eagle Boat within the Ford River Rouge Complex. A coat rack and an attached shelf holding lunch pails are visible. The caption, "Plating at Keel as seen from stern," is on the verso. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22268-5-31-18 with a number 5 written above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph of workers plating the hull of Eagle Boat No. 37 within building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, as taken from above its port bow. Much of its bow, and a strip along the center of its side are plated. A group of men work on wooden platforms spanning the tops of the boat's framing. Another Eagle Boat is under construction in the background, and the keel of a third is being prepared off the starboard side of No. 37. Pieces of framing are piled along the wall on the left. "25632-2-3-19, #37" is printed in the lower left corner of the recto. The photo is mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Black and white photograph taken overlooking work to convert building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex from manufacture of Eagle Boats to that of automobiles. Workers fill in the strips along the center of the aisles where the tracks that supported the boat's carriages ran, so that they can be replaced with tracks for automotive assembly lines. Piles of dirt and wood run along the open strips. "26782-5-27-19," is printed in the lower right corner of the recto, and "3C-2," is handwritten on the verso. The photo is mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting the keel for Eagle Boat No. 8, as well as another Eagle Boat under construction in the background, within the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. Material and supplies are staged and stored on the floor in the foreground. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22500-6-22-18 with a number (8) written above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph taken to document the effort to set a new record time for boat construction through the manufacture of Eagle Boat No. 59, within building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, of workers installing the boat's deck fixtures as viewed from off its port bow. Workers atop the boat install the deck fixtures. Scaffolding surrounds the boat's hull. "Vote for wine and beer," has been written on part of the scaffolding beneath the boat's bow. Cables and hoses enter the boat's portholes, suggestive of the work going on inside. "#59, 26377-04-09-19," is printed in the lower right corner of the recto and "8A13, superstructure a-building" is handwritten on the verso. The photo is mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph taken to document the effort to set a new record time for boat construction through the manufacture of Eagle Boat No. 59. Workers rivet the framing and bulkheads, within building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, as viewed from above the boat's starboard quarter. The time of photo is 10:30 am. Lower right hand corner show number and date of photo: 26297-04-02-19 with a #59 and 10:30 am written above. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph showing the peak of the tiled roof of Ford River Rouge Complex Building "B" during its construction. Piled tiles are waiting to be set. Material stockpiled for use on the ground below can be seen in the background. Verso: "Tile roofing on 1700 foot-long "B" bldg." Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22103-5-16-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting the interior of the Elevator Control Building at the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. A series of valves and pressure gauges are shown. This machinery is used to control the elevators used to launching the Eagle Boats. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22644-7-16-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting the manufacture of Eagle Boats No. 2 within the Ford Rouge Factory Complex, as viewed from off its starboard side. Scaffolding attached to the side of the boat, and workers attach its upper plating. A small car loaded with plates is in the foreground. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22528-6-26-18 with a number (2) written above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting the upper plates being installed on Hull Eagle Boat No. 3, as taken from off its starboard quarter, within the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. An overhead crane is positioned above the hull. The caption "And growing" is on the verso. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22496-6-22-18 with a number (3) written above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph of an Eagle Boat steam turbine engine at the Ford Highland Park Factory, as viewed facing one of its corners. Its controls are visible on the left. A sign mounted on top of the engine reads, "2,500 Horse Power, Steam Turbine Engine, Used in Eagle Boats, Ford Motor Company." Seventy-five engines were built with enough parts for 15 more. Lower right hand corner show number and date of photo: 23874-12-02-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph taken to document the effort to set a new record time for boat construction through the manufacture of Eagle Boat No. 59. Workers inside of the hull install plates, rivet, and space the framing, within building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, as viewed from above the boat's stern. The time of photo is 1:30 pm. Lower left hand corner show number and date of photo: 26300-04-02-19 with a #59 and 1:30 pm written above. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting workers assembling the framing for an Eagle Boat within the Ford River Rouge Complex. The bow of the keel has a number 1 painted on it. A uniformed Naval officer watches. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22219-5-27-18. Has a number 1 written above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph showing exterior of factory, under construction at Ford Motor Company's River Rouge development, with frame work in place. The main structure has two lean-to type wings. The foreground shows steel trusses and other metal work laying on a wooden floor. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22012-5-6-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting the elevator launch and pit at the at the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. View of Elevator Launch and Pit. The elevator construction is now complete, and water is being pumped from the Rouge River through a long pipe to fill the pit. When filled, the earthen berm separating the pit from the river will be removed. A rail-mounted crane with its boom extended is near the launch tower. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22651-7-08-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting a view along the transfer bed of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex toward the bow of a completed Eagle Boat hull that is being lowered into the water by the launch elevator. Workers, naval personnel, and spectators are observing the process. The caption, "Going down," is on the verso. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22860-8-19-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting manufacture of an Eagle Boat at the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. Keel of Hull number 9 shown. Background shows another boat under construction. Material and supplies staged and stored on floor. Workers riveting Plates mounted on saw horses. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22501-6-22-18 with a number (9) written above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting the stern of Eagle Boat number 2 with scaffolding attached to the sides as it is under construction within the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex. Workers are finishing the hull. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22713-7-19-18 with a (2) above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting a completed Eagle Boat hull being positioned on the launch elevator at the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, as taken from off of its port bow. Workers and spectators are observing the process. The Launch Control Building stands on the left side of the photo. After launching, the boat will be moved to the outfitting station, also located on the Rouge River. The caption, "Ship in position on elevator," is on the verso. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22857-8-19-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Black and white photograph depicting workers and a crane working on the construction of the elevator used to launch the Eagle Boats during the construction of the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. An elevated concrete shoot used to transfer material to the foundations is visible on the left. Workers in the background excavate by hand. The caption, "Elevator being framed, hydraulic lifts under construction in center," is on the verso. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22554-6-28-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting and elevated view of the Eagle Boat assembly line within the Ford River Rouge Complex. Eagle Boat No. 2 is under construction in the background. Workers assemble a keel in the middleground. Additional material is staged on the floor in the foreground. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22249-5-29-18 with a number 5 above the date. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph showing a transfer table with rails in place, as well as the assembly building in the background, at Ford Motor Company's River Rouge development. Workers are present. Rail cars are at the right side of photograph. Verso: "Rails in place, transfer table complete". Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22365-6-10-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph taken of the flooding outside the outfitting building at the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex. Tracks and the Rouge River run along the left edge of the photo. A water pump is visible in the distance extracting water from the building. Vent stacks are shown in their steel shipping crates. Lower right hand corner show number and date of photo: 26171-03-17-19. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting a model of an Eagle Boat used as a display float, viewed from the starboard quarter. The boat is surrounded by a canvas-like material simulating waves. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22176-5-21-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting an Eagle Boat engine propped up on a make-shift stand within the Ford Highland Park Plant. These engines were manufactured at the Highland Park Plant and then transported to the Ford River Rouge Factory. Three men hold up a large sheet behind the engine to serve as a backdrop. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22999-9-12-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting workers in front of Building 'B' of the Ford Rouge Factory Complex grading with a gravel-type of fill for the construction of the Eagle Boat transfer bed. Building "B" is on the right side of the photo. A crane works in the elevator area in the background. The elevator control building and several small sheds are also visible in the background on the left. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22577-1-03-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph taken to document the effort to set a new record time for boat construction through the manufacture of Eagle Boat No. 59, within building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, as viewed from above the boat's stern. Workers using are beginning to construct the decking on top of the hull. Wooden scaffolding surrounds the sides of the hull. The caption, "Decking the hull," is printed on the verso. Lower left hand corner show number and date of photo: 26365-04-03-19 with a #59 written above. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph of progress made in the plating of the hull of Eagle Boat No. 44 within building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, as taken from above its starboard bow. Ladders are leaned against the bow plate section, as a worker hunches over the keel where the bow plates are being attached. A worker stands beside the keel which is under construction for another Eagle Boat on the left. Yet another Eagle Boat is under construction in the background. Coat racks, shelves, and piles of materials are along the wall on the right. "#44 3:42 P.M. 25869-2-20-19," is printed in the lower left corner of the recto. The photo is mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph showing the interior of Building B of the Ford Motor Company's River Rouge development containing an Eagle Boat in stocks with bracing atop rails. The boat's port side in is view from its stern. An overhead crane is visible. Three workers are present. One of the factory's support beams is marked "X4." Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22344-6-10-18, has a 2 above number. Photo mounted on a linen backing with flap on left side with holes for binding.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting workers attaching Plates to Eagle Boat No. 3 within the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. The workers standing on ladders and elevated platforms to rivet. The stern of another Eagle Boat is being manufactured in the background. The caption "Last plates at bow," is printed on the verso. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22657-7-08-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting a steam shovel at work excavating at the Ford River Rouge development. Workers are present. A small trench is visible in the foreground. Pile-driven footings are shown. Building "B" is visible in the background. Verso: "Steam shovels dig elevator pit". Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22173-5-21-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph depicting a model of an Eagle Boat used as a display float, viewed from off its port bow. The boat is surrounded by a canvas-like material simulating waves. Lower right hand corner shows photo number and date of photo: 22178-5-21-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society