Sepia-toned photograph depicting a completed Eagle Boat hull on the transfer bed at the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex

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Description:

Sepia-toned photograph depicting a completed Eagle Boat hull on the transfer bed at the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex. The boat is being moved to the launch elevator, seen in the background. Workers and spectators are observing the process. After launching, the boat will be moved to the outfitting station, also located on the Rouge River. Lower right hand corner of photo has number and date of photo: 22855-8-19-18. 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/D83462C9-CF3D-4A3F-BBD1-872727784080