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The building of the Great Eastern: a view of the stern and propeller.

The building of the Great Eastern: a view of the stern and propeller.
The stern and propellor of the Great Eastern under construction.
© National Maritime Museum, London
Repro ID: H1697
Description: An unidentified group of dignitaries in top hats poses before the awesome propellor and stern of the 'Great Eastern' under construction.
Creator: Robert Howlett
Date: 1857
Credit line: National Maritime Museum, London
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