Sepia-toned photograph of an Eagle Boat steam turbine engine at the Ford Highland Park Factory, as viewed facing one of its corners

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 right. 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: 23873-12-02-18. 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 Highland Park Factory
Rights:
No Copyright - United States
URL:
http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/photo/46E52B0E-CB04-4CF9-8AE8-477948449921