wnp27.6663

Bay Bridge Construction

January 1, 1934

View southeasterly from the slope of Telegraph Hill. Suspension cables in place. Possibly taken in front of Julius Castle.

Location

1451 Montgomery St, 94133

Telegraph Hill

Keywords

Artifact

Date Added: September 17, 2019
Contributor: Courtesy of a Private Collector

Rights

Downloadable: Yes

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