From collection J. E. Perkins Collection
SAPPHO
Image of the Maine Central Railroad steamer SAPPHO tied up at Bath Iron Works. Visible in image: SAPPHO tied up at B.I.W. outboard of the unfinished harbor defense monitor USS NEVADA (BM-8). NEVADA's mast is visible behind SAPPHO's wheelhouse and the warship's bow projects beyond the steamer's. Also visible are B.I.W.'s yard crane and a large gangway for access to vessels under construction.
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LB2009.13.191