South Tyneside History
| Title | Tug 'Francis Batey' |
|---|---|
| Reference Number | STH0001973 |
| Photographer | Unknown |
| Town or Village | South Shields |
| Date | 1947 |
| Original Format | Black and white photograph |
| Period | The 1940s |
| Copyright | South Tyneside Libraries |
| Further Information | Raising the tug 'Francis Batey' which keeled over and sank at Bill Quay. The crane 'Titan' and other craft were brought into action. The tug 'Francis Batey' is above the water line and ready for pumping operations to begin. |
