Sepia-toned photograph of progress made in the plating of the hull of Eagle Boat No. 44

Description:

Sepia-toned photograph of progress made in the plating of the hull of Eagle Boat No. 44 within building "B" of the Ford River Rouge Factory Complex, as taken from above its starboard bow. A strip of plates have been installed along the boat's starboard side. The overhead crane is being used to lower a bulkhead near the boat's midsection. Meanwhile another group of workers is constructing a keel for another Eagle Boat on the left. Yet another Eagle Boat is under construction in the background. Coat racks, shelves, and piles of materials are along the wall on the right. "#44 1:42 A.M. 25867-2-20-19," is printed in the lower left corner of the recto. The photo is mounted on a linen backing.

Date Issued:

1919-01-01T00:00:00Z

Data Provider:

Detroit Historical Society

Subject Topic:

Eagle Boats, Ford Motor Company, Factories, Ford River Rouge Complex, and Interiors

Rights:

No Copyright - United States

URL:

http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/photo/9062656A-9E9B-4C6A-BF96-130592978506