Entrance to the Oxford Caves, Jamaica, 1912
Scope and Contents
100 x 76 mm. Showing a young man standing among the stalactites in the caves. 'In these caves situated near Balaclava it is believed the Spanish hid their treasure when driven out by the British in 1655. And here also the persecuted Arawaks sought refuge during the Spanish occupation'. (Clemens)
Dates
- Creation: 1912
Creator
- From the Fonds: Clemens, Lewis W, fl. 1900-1909 (photographer) (Person)
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Language of Materials
English
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Fair condition, some overall fading.
General
GD.
Date information
DateText: The date is approximate..
Finding aid date
2003-03-04 10:58:53+00:00
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