Sepia-toned photograph depicting approximately 33 Eagle Boat lifeboats stored in a fenced field at the Ford Rouge Factory Complex

Description:

Sepia-toned photograph depicting approximately 33 Eagle Boat lifeboats stored in a fenced field at the Ford Rouge Factory Complex. Several lifeboats are being fitted with canvas tops by four workers. A road is visible beyond the fence. Portion of open-cab Model T-type vehicle is in the foreground. The caption "Stockpile of lifeboats," is on the verso. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22587-7-05-18. Photo mounted on a linen backing.

Date Issued:

1918-01-01T00:00:00Z

Data Provider:

Detroit Historical Society

Collection:

Maritime

Subject Topic:

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

Rights:

No Copyright - United States

URL:

http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/photo/362F3BD0-E6EA-4C1A-91D0-954855310740