Title
Loss of iron paddle-steamer troop ship 'Birkenhead'
Caption
Loss of iron paddle-steamer troop ship 'Birkenhead' off Simon's Bay South Africa 26 February 1852. Commanding officer, Colonel Seton, gave the order Women and children first. Men stood on deck awaiting their fate. Of 638 on board 184 were saved by the
Date
Feb 26, 1852
Credit line
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Reference
ARP07100_390003754
License type
Rights managed
Available size
27,0Mb (3,5Mb) / 11,8in x 8,9in / 3543 x 2659 (300dpi)