Construction of the lighter, King Bay

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Reference numberLH004227DescriptionThe King Bay was built at the Murray and Howson shipyard between the bridges, in 1937/38. William Murray came out of retirement to oversee the construction, employing twelve men, for Edward Howson. The King Bay carried general cargo to the North West for the Cossack Lighting and Trades Ltd. Cantonment Hill and the signal station are behind and the Artillery Barracks to the right.Date1937Photograph FormatPhotographDigital ItemYes

CollectionPhotographic Collection

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