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Print, Photographic
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1943.420.011

Print, Photographic

Photograph (and one copy, 1943.420.012). Sepia-toned photo showing firemen fighting a building fire. A spectator can be seen walking on snow-covered ground in the foreground. In the background, several groups of firemen are monitoring three water jets that are being directed onto an ice-covered multi-story building. (This photo is one of eight photos that were identified as the "Malt House Fire" at "Grand River & Railroad.")

Date
c. 1930
Collection
Print Size
2.875" x 4.5"
Search Terms
Firemen, Firefighters, Detroit Fire Department, Building Fires, American Malting Works
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