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| © National Maritime Museum, London |
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| Repro ID: H0481 |
| Description: During the 1920s and 1930s, the Surrey Commercial Docks were engaged mainly in the softwood trade and a significant portion of the American trade, particularly wheat and dairy produce. A huge number of lighters operated there, mainly handling timber, the sorting, piling, marking and storage of which was the responsibilty of Port of London Authority staff. |
| Creator: Unknown |
| Date: c. 1930 |
| Credit line: National Maritime Museum, London | |
