Sepia-toned photograph depicting Eagle Boat No. 1 backing out of its construction bay at Building "B" at the Ford Rouge Factory Complex, as taken off of its starboard quarter

Description:

Sepia-toned photograph depicting Eagle Boat No. 1 backing out of its construction bay at Building "B" at the Ford Rouge Factory Complex, as taken off of its starboard quarter. A U.S Flag is being flown from its stern. "Eagle-1" is painted on the stern. Tow cable is laying on the ground. Spectators and U.S. Navy personnel are shown. The caption, "First hull complete, ready to go," is on the verso. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22617-7-11-18. 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, Ford River Rouge Complex, Launches, and US Navy

Rights:

No Copyright - United States

URL:

http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/photo/4A663939-023E-4459-9307-101149453717