A01279
Photograph A01279 First World War, 1914-1918The heavy cantilever bridge built by the 1st Royal Australian Naval Bridging Train across the Suez Canal at Shallufa. The bridge is open to allow shipping to pass through.
A01270 Accession Number: A01270
Description
The 'shore bay' of a heavy cantilever bridge, with the cantilever in the up position, the bridge was built by the 1st Royal Australian Naval Bridging Train at Shallufa.
Details
Accession Number
A01270
Photographer
Unknown
Classification
Photograph
Object Type
Black & white - Glass original half plate negative
Date Made
1916
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Credit Line
Lent by Commander L S Bracegirdle.
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain
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