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[Rosenberg in a "Black Out" during World War II, some lights still visible]

Description:

Photograph taken by Leonard Tormey of Rosenberg during the "Black Out" of World War II. The photograph was taken from the water tower. Long streak of white light from right corner that extends to near center of photo. Automobiles can be seen under lit parking areas on right also. A few lights in windows can be seen, otherwise photo is "black".

Creator: Unknown
Location:
Creation Date: 1942
Partner(s):
Fort Bend Museum
Collection(s):
Fort Bend Museum Collection
Creator:
Unknown
Original Creation Date: 1942
Coverage:
Place
United States - Texas - Fort Bend County - Rosenberg
Era
Into Modern Times, 1939-Present
Date
1942
Description:

Photograph taken by Leonard Tormey of Rosenberg during the "Black Out" of World War II. The photograph was taken from the water tower. Long streak of white light from right corner that extends to near center of photo. Automobiles can be seen under lit parking areas on right also. A few lights in windows can be seen, otherwise photo is "black".

Language: English
Subject(s):
Keyword(s): Leonard Tormey | Print,Photographic | World War II | Rosenberg, Texas |
Partner:
Fort Bend Museum
Collection:
Fort Bend Museum Collection
Identifier:
  • LOCAL-CONT-NO: 1983.023.006
  • ARK: ark:/67531/metapth1269
Resource Type: Photograph
Format: Image
Rights:
Access: public

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