Photograph, Black & white photograph of the Central Darling River, near Wilcannia in the 1902 drought, 19/09/1984

Significance

This photo shows the extent of the 1902 drought. Also shows the state of the river pre-irrigation

Physical description

A black & white photograph of the Central Darling River, near Wilcannia in the 1902 drought. The river is very low. A bridge leads to a settlement on the left, and there is a boat underneath the bridge.

Inscriptions & markings

There is a National Library of Australia stamp on the back. Also written in pencil is the following; "originals from H.Coulson Collection.

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