1949 Press Photo Federal Barge Lines "Harry Truman" tow boat, New Orleans Harbor

Inland and seagoing waterborne commerce side by side in New Orleans Harbor. Integrated tow Harry Truman, owned by Federal Barge Lines, moves upstream past the Alenquer of Lisbon, Portugal and another unidentified ship. Corps of Engineers has job of maintaining nation's waterways; makes possible ports such as New Orleans to serve nation's industry and commerce. Waterborne Traffic, Mississippi.

Photo is dated 1949.

Photo measures 10 x 8 inches.