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Hercules the crane working on the Victoria Pier extension, work commenced in 1887 and was completed in 1894

Date(s): 1901-10

Place made: Victoria Pier (Douglas)

Language: eng

Extent: overall: 20 cm x 25 cm

Item name: photograph

Collection: Photographic Archive

Level: ITEM

ID number: PG/4930

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Something not right here – this shows Hercules the crane working on the Victoria Pier extension. Work commenced in 1887 and was completed in 1894. Surely the photo has to fit in that date range then? - Dave Evans Report this

Edward VII visit is well recorded and he did not meet Sir James Gell nor did he visit the Victoria Pier. During his one day visit he wore tweeds and a Derby hat. - Peter Kelly Report this

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