The Tug Agama at Greenwich.

The Tug Agama at Greenwich. © National Maritime Museum, London

Repro ID: H0001

Description: The unglamorous, but industrious little ships of London's tug fleet were the workhorses of the Thames. They provided a vital service, towing vessels in and out of the docks. They were also used to tow trains of dumb barges that were laden with goods up and down the river.

Creator: Anne Christopherson

Date: c. 1990

Credit line: National Maritime Museum, London