History Of Durban Harbour Unclaimed

DURBAN HARBOUR – A PICTORIAL HISTORY By Stuart Freedman 180 years ago Durban harbour was a tiny settlement of a few wattle houses and a scattering of sailing ships anchored off the Point. This book is a presentation of a fascinating collection of old photographs showing Durban Harbour as it grew from the earliest days in 1824 to the present. Photographs are courtesy of the “Local History Museums”, Durban Each photo is enhanced by an interesting historical description that will captivate readers - as the book weaves through the rich history of Durban Harbour and takes the reader to the foundations of the development of the Durban. Features Durban’s first Port Captain; one of the first ship’s to arrive in Durban; the earliest days of the harbour in 1850/1860; first tugs; first dredgers; first train from the harbour; global trade; flying boats landing in the harbour; whaling; the war years/ship repairs/hospital ships; Union Castle Line; other passenger ships that regularly