Sepia-toned photograph depicting a steam shovel at work excavating at the Ford River Rouge development

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
Subject Topic:
Eagle Boats, Ford Motor Company, Factories, Ford River Rouge Complex, and Construction
Rights:
No Copyright - United States
URL:
http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/photo/71660A47-5A42-4719-99F4-494063052726