Whaling schooner ERA at Cape Fullerton, Hudson Bay, 1897-1905

lantern slide

PHOTOGRAPHS - LANTERN SLIDES
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Comer, George (Captain)
Canada, Hudson Bay; Canada, Nunavut, Cape Fullerton
1897-1905
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3-1/4 x 4 in.

Lantern slide prepared by the American Museum of Natural History, NY, from an original photograph (1963.1767.184) by Capt. George Comer. Used by Comer to illustrate lectures about his Arctic and seafaring experiences. Depicts whaling schooner ERA at Cape Fullerton, Hudson Bay. Photo taken in July, but year uncertain, ca. 1897-1905. ERA built 1847, wrecked 1906.

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