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

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 the boat's starboard quarter. Scaffolding surrounds the sides of the boat, and several workers are visible atop the hull. The propeller support is in place. Lower right hand corner show number and date of photo: 26369-04-05-19 with a #59 written above. Photo mounted on a linen backing.

Date Issued:

1919-01-01T00:00:00Z

Data Provider:

Detroit Historical Society

Subject Topic:

Eagle Boats, Ford Motor Company, Factories, Ford River Rouge Complex, and Interiors

Rights:

No Copyright - United States

URL:

http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/photo/0CC29AD0-0833-461E-8836-416993558170