The photograph shows the construction of temporary hangars at Bolling Field in Anacostia, DC during World War I. It was taken on September 19, 1918 at 11:05 am by photographer A. Ma. The image captures the erection of the hangars, with derrick poles and fittings being installed. There were 156 people, including the 503rd Aero Squadron, working on this project.

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Size: 8389px × 5695px
Photo credit: © piemags/NSC / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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