South Tyneside History
| Title | Launch of First War Vessel from Elswick Shipyard |
|---|---|
| Reference Number | STH0015460 |
| Photographer | William Parry |
| Town or Village | Elswick Newcastle |
| Date | 1883 |
| Original Format | Black and White Photograph |
| Period | c1880s |
| Copyright | Parry Family |
| Further Information | Launch of first war vessel from Elswick Shipyard, Armstrong, Mitchell and Co. which was opened in 1883. In 1897 the company amalgamated with Sir Joseph Whitworth and Co. The united companies became W G Armstrong, Whitworth and Co Ltd. |
