Bank across Rawang Swamp, Selangor [circa 1892], 1892
Scope and Contents
278 x 243 mm. A view looking along a cutting through dense forest, with excavations and banking along the path of the line. The Rawang Swamp, between Rawang and Serendah and extending 1/2 mile in breadth was the major obstacle to this 4.66 mile section of line which was opened for traffic a year behind schedule in 1893.
Dates
- Creation: 1892
Creator
- From the Fonds: British, Association of Malaysia and Singapore (Person)
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Biographical / Historical
Photograph probably by G.R. Lambert and Co.
Language of Materials
English
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Fair condition, some bends and small tears.
General
PJ.
Originator(s)
G R Lambert and Co (?)
Finding aid date
2002-05-27 13:35:02+00:00
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