The iron steam ship "Great Eastern"

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The Protected Art Archive / Alamy Stock Photo

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MBGR2G

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57 MB (2.1 MB Compressed download)

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5535 x 3600 px | 46.9 x 30.5 cm | 18.5 x 12 inches | 300dpi

Date taken:

1858

Location:

USA

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This image could have imperfections as it’s either historical or reportage.

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The iron steam ship "Great Eastern"

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