John Burroughs and Henry Ford on the Yacht "Sialia," circa 1917
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Henry Ford purchased the yacht Sialia in 1917. Intended as private transportation during trips to investigate possible industrial supply sources, Sialia also carried the Fords and their guests on family excursions. Less than a month after he purchased it Ford headed off to Cuba. Guests on this voyage included John Burroughs and Clara's sister Eva Brubaker and her two daughter (one seen here).
Henry Ford purchased the yacht Sialia in 1917. Intended as private transportation during trips to investigate possible industrial supply sources, Sialia also carried the Fords and their guests on family excursions. Less than a month after he purchased it Ford headed off to Cuba. Guests on this voyage included John Burroughs and Clara's sister Eva Brubaker and her two daughter (one seen here).
Artifact
Photographic print
Date Made
circa 1917
Subject Date
circa 1917
Keywords
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
P.O.94
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 3.875 in
Width: 3.25 in
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