S125A, BDB 86/1/6377 Sankey Family Photographic Archive © Cumbria Archives
no.S125A
Launch of Presidente Peron
03 Nov 1948
Launch of Presidente Peron on 3rd November 1948, a passenger cargo ship built for the Argentinian government. Vessel at rest after launch into Walney Channel, floating wooden debris from launch in evidence, tugs attaching tow lines in preparation for tow into Barrow dock complex for fitting out. Argentinian and Vickers house flags flying from the vessel.
S125A, BDB 86/1/6377 Sankey Family Photographic Archive © Cumbria Archives
no.S125A
Launch of Presidente Peron
03 Nov 1948
Launch of Presidente Peron on 3rd November 1948, a passenger cargo ship built for the Argentinian government. Vessel at rest after launch into Walney Channel, floating wooden debris from launch in evidence, tugs attaching tow lines in preparation for tow into Barrow dock complex for fitting out. Argentinian and Vickers house flags flying from the vessel.
| Location: | Walney Channel Barrow-in-Furness, Barrow Island Ward | Cumbria Archives Reference: | BDB 86/1/6377 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sankey Number: | S125A |
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