A01270
Photograph A01270 First World War, 1914-1918The '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.
A01279 Accession Number: A01279
Description
The 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.
Details
Accession Number
A01279
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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