Black and white photograph taken of the central aisle within of building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex during its conversion from a space for the manufacture of Eagle Boats to that of automobiles

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Description:

Black and white photograph taken of the central aisle within of building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex during its conversion from a space for the manufacture of Eagle Boats to that of automobiles. A second floor has been constructed along the sides of the building, while the central aisle remains open. Three sets of railroad tracks run through the central aisle, holding cars filled by a hopper at the level of the new second floor on the left, with gravel. "27036-6," is printed in the lower right corner of the recto. The photo is mounted on a linen backing.

Date Issued:

1919-01-01T00:00:00Z

Data Provider:

Detroit Historical Society

Collection:

Maritime

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/1245CAFF-6C7F-4426-8B48-104937201160