Description: An original photo taken by a sailor who was a radio operator aboard the USS Milwaukee in World War I. It is likely an extremely rare or one of a kind photo.Type & Size: A 5.5x3.5" original photograph.Condition: Original and in fair to good vintage condition. It was part of an album and is either mounted on cardboard or has remnants of cardboard backing on its reverse side. Please see photos. The image captures a view of the Panama Canal in 1917, showing part of the lock system with a building that appears to be a control tower, surrounded by mechanical structures and cables. Several people, likely workers or military personnel, are visible in the foreground near the canal, all dressed in attire typical of the early 20th century navy or crew uniforms.The Panama Canal was completed in 1914, drastically reducing the maritime journey between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. This photo, taken during World War I, highlights the strategic importance of the canal for naval operations, as well as its engineering marvel during that era.Visible in the image is handwritten text that reads: "Canal 1917". No other identifiable text or known individuals are discernible.
Price: 23 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2025-01-19T14:30:48.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Photograph
Subject: canal, locks, construction, engineering, naval operations, histo
Theme: conflicts & wars, maritime, history, transportation
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1917
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 5.5x3.5 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1924
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: Yes
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
