Wooded area after flooding, 1936 Northeastern United States flood, GN-986i

Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1936-03-20

GUSN

GUSN-377110

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Description

The image shows a wooded area that has experienced flooding, evidenced by the presence of water at the base of the trees. The ground is uneven and covered with rocks and patches of mud. Several large trees are visible, with some power lines and a utility pole in the background. This scene is part of the aftermath of the 1936 Northeastern United States flood.

Details

Descriptive Terms

woods (plant communities)
floods (natural events)
utility poles
photographs
photographic film (photographic materials)
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP005107
Noyes negative GN-986i

Physical Descrption

1 film negative

Collection Code

PC038

Collection Name

George E. Noyes photographic collection, 1860s-1940s

Reference Code

PC038.01.010.GN-986i

Date Notes

Copied Month: 05

Record Details

Originator

Noyes, George E. (Photographer)

Material Type

photographic film (photographic materials)
negatives (photographic)

Conservation Note

Original nitrate negative destroyed 1982-05.

Description Level

Item

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