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Manchester Ship Canal opening, fleet gathers at Latchford Locks.

Scene at opening from negative

The Norseman led the fleet of boats at the Manchester Ship Canal.

This view was taken from the deck of the 'America' just before the departure of the Norseman.

The yacht, with her top masts lowered, is lying above the 45 ft lock in which are the 'Snowdrop' and the 'Great Britain, while the 'Crocus' is seen broadside on in the storm byewash, together with the remainder of the flotilla.  Behind, the Latchford High Level Bridge, rises dimly through the steam and haze.

 

Image details

Location Latchford locks
Photographer G Herbert and Horace C Bayley
Donor Irlam. Cadishead and Rixton with Glazebrook Waterways
Era January 1st 1894
Medium Photograph
Image Reference LH05176
Copyright Owner The J. Paul Getty Museum. Los Angeles