['Thambyadine' at moorings, (?) Irrawaddy River], 1894 - 1897
Scope and Contents
161 x 112 mm. Showing the paddlesteamer 'Thambyadine' moored at a landing place at an unidentified location. Built in 1879 and serving the Mandalay-Bhamo route, the 'Thambyadine' was used by General Prendergast as his HQ during the advance of the Irrawaddy in the Third Burmese War of 1885. The boat was broken up at Dalla in 1925. No record of service by this boat on the Chindwin has been located.
Dates
- Creation: 1894 - 1897
Creator
- From the Fonds: Williams, Frederic Thesiger, 1861 - 1902 (Major) (Person)
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Language of Materials
English
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Good condition.
General
KS.
Finding aid date
2003-09-22 15:26:00+00:00
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