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787, BDB 86/1/298 Sankey Family Photographic Archive © Cumbria Archives
no.787
Vickers Cavendish Dock Airship Sheds
Early 20th century
Cavendish Dock looking West showing the start of the building of the Airship shed which will be used for the construction of the airship Mayfly. The two opposing steel structures in the middle distance are the first two supports for the shed. Floating steam powered winch and A Frame in front. Long quayside and existing industrial building with large chimney on right. Dock retaining wall in distance.
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787, BDB 86/1/298 Sankey Family Photographic Archive © Cumbria Archives
no.787
Vickers Cavendish Dock Airship Sheds
Early 20th century
Cavendish Dock looking West showing the start of the building of the Airship shed which will be used for the construction of the airship Mayfly. The two opposing steel structures in the middle distance are the first two supports for the shed. Floating steam powered winch and A Frame in front. Long quayside and existing industrial building with large chimney on right. Dock retaining wall in distance.
Location: | Cavendish Dock, Barrow Island, Barrow-in-Furness | Cumbria Archives Reference: | BDB 86/1/298 |
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Sankey Number: | 787 |