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A twin funnel passenger ship aground on a rock covered beach
A twin funnel passenger ship aground on a rock covered beach

A twin funnel passenger ship aground on a rock covered beach

Photographer
Datec 1925
Object numberANMS1092[162]
NameGlass plate negative
MediumEmulsion on glass
ClassificationsPhotographs
Credit LineANMM Collection Gift from Mr and Mrs Glassford
DescriptionThis image possibly depicts the liner RMS MALOJA after it became grounded near Adelaide. The liner was refloated with only minor damage.SignificanceThe Hall photographic collection provides an important pictorial record of recreational boating in Sydney Harbour from the 1890s to the 1930s. The collection documents the lively sailing scene in Sydney during this period and features images of vessels ranging from large racing and cruising yachts to the great array of skiffs and the emerging technologies of motorboats. Images of many iconic vessels are also included in this visual record.