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.
A01271 Accession Number: A01271
Description
View of No 2 Medium Bridge built by 1st Royal Australian Naval Bridging Train with twin 'flotteurs' on iron cylinders from the Suez Canal Company's dredging plant. The bridge is shown in the open position and the length of swing was 307 feet. Buildings are seen in the background.
Details
Accession Number
A01271
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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