1973 Press Photo Lebanese Cargo Ship Catches Fire After An Explosion

Lebanese Cargo Ship Catches Fire After An Explosion On Board: The Lebanese cargo ship, Barrad Crest, 1,528-tons which exploded and caught fire in Plymouth Sound after an earlier fire had been put out, was in danger of another explosion last night. Thirteen men, including 10 firemen, were injured in the explosion abord the ship, laden with bananas. Photo Shows: Smoke coming from the deck of the Barrad Crest after being beached in Plymouth Sound on Saturday.

Photo measures 10.25 x 8 inches.

Photo is dated 10-10-1973.

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