Photograph (and 1 copy)

Description:
Photograph (and 1 copy). Sepia-toned photo showing the construction of a railroad bridge over the Rouge River. Printed text in the upper left corner of the photo shows the number, "14," and additional text at the top center shows "M.C.R.R. River Rouge Bascule Bridge; Foundations; Caissons #3 & #4; June 4, 1919. Photo W. B. James, Br. Inspt." The view looks northeastward along the existing railroad tracks with caissons #3 and #4 shown (labeled) in the center foreground. A workman is standing to the left of caisson #4. A construction crane and temporary concrete mixing plant can be seen to the left of the railroad tracks. Also, temporary construction buildings, construction materials, and construction debris can be seen on both sides of the tracks. Several factory buildings are visible in the left background and a large railroad yard can be seen in the right background area.
Date Issued:
1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
Data Provider:
Detroit Historical Society
Subject Topic:
River Rouge Conrail Bridge, New York Central Railroad Bridge, and M.C.R.R. River Rouge Bascule Bridge
Subject Name:
James, Warren B.
Rights:
No Copyright - United States
URL:
http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/photo/F3036EDE-3F66-4189-8B25-525606024821