Russell, Andrew J. (1830-1902) No. 302. Perspective View of Union Arch, Washington Aqueduct
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05172 Author/Creator: Russell, Andrew J. (1830-1902) Place Written: Cabin John, Maryland Type: Photograph Date: March 1864 Pagination: 1 albumen : b&w ; 35 x 44 cm. Order a Copy
Image of Union Arch across Cabin John Creek in wintertime. A few men stand down below the structure beside a pile of logs and a wood cabin. The arch forms a part of the aqueduct that bears water to Washington, D.C. The arch is designated a Historic Civil Engineering Landmark. The title and subtitle are pasted below the image. The subtitle reads, "Built by General M. C. Meigs. Span of 220 ft."
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