Name/Title
Panama Canal Construction at Gatun LocksEntry/Object ID
2021.07.0105Description
Black and white photograph postcard depicting the construction of the Panama Canal. The photo shows the west and lower lock of Gatun Locks under construction. The postcard is addressed to Mrs. Geo. A. Balling. Verso has a handwritten note.Subject
Panama CanalSubject Place
City
GatunCountry
PanamaRegion
Central AmericaCollection
Postcard CollectionLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
PostcardNomenclature Sub-Class
Writing MediaNomenclature Class
Written Communication T&ENomenclature Category
Category 06: Tools & Equipment for CommunicationPostcard Details
Postcard Type
Photograph (1900-Present)Date Published
circa 1910 - circa 1915Primary Language
EnglishTranscription
Transcription
This is a poor picture of the West lock at Gatun showing the intermediate gates (which are used for small boats) lower locks and if you look close you can see the other to levels, middle & upper My office in on the top at the left.Language
EnglishDimensions
Height
3-1/2 inWidth
5-1/2 inCondition
Reason for Exam
InventoryCondition
Grade 4 Good
