Original AP Wire Photo dated April 18, 1947, showing the devastated Texas City waterfront following explosions and fires that razed the dock area. The caption identifies the Monsanto Chemical plant at right and a loading crane at left center. Smoke hangs above ruined buildings and debris, with water in the foreground. From the archive of a Pittsburgh-area newspaper. Measures 9¼ x 6½ inches, with the original caption printed directly on the photo. Visible condition includes surface scratches, most noticeable in the upper-right area, scattered spots, age toning and light edge wear. Caption text is faint but largely readable. Please examine photos for condition.
