Sponge Divers on Boat at Sponge Docks in Tarpon Springs, Florida

Creator

Francis G. Wagner

Files

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Creation Date

1920

Time Period

circa 1920s

Abstract

Workers and sponge divers seated on a boat loaded with sponges at the docks in Tarpon Springs. Nets and ropes are visible on the boat, with additional supplies and equipment in the background.

Alt Text

A group of people on a boat surrounded by sacks and ropes, with masts and sails visible in the background. The individuals appear to be engaged in some activity related to the boat's cargo or equipment.

Keywords

Docks, Boats, Workers, Sponges, Barrels

Extent

1 black-and-white photograph

Subject: geographic

Pinellas County (Fla.); Tarpon Springs (Fla.)

Physical Collection

Earl R. Jacobs, III, Collection of Francis G. Wagner Photographs

Holding Location

USF St. Petersburg

Digital Date

2022

Identifier

W33-937

Recommended Citation

Wagner, Francis G., "Sponge Divers on Boat at Sponge Docks in Tarpon Springs, Florida" (1920). Francis G. Wagner's St. Petersburg Photographs. Image 498.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/wagner/498