Castle from Outlook Tower, c 1890-c 1910
Scope and Contents
View of the Castle from the Outlook Tower. In this scene, the Esplanade probably had a gravel surface, hence the visible effects of rain. In was used as a parade ground for the garrison of the Castle, which until the erection of Redford Barracks (completed 1915), was the principal military location in the Edinburgh district. Note the tarmacadam road, bounded by the bollards in front, which encircles the ground. Note that The image and the next four (Coll-1167/B/26/1/2-5), do not show the Scottish National War Memorial , built 1924-27 in the reconstructed North Barracks. Handwritten title by R. Dykes.
Dates
- Creation: c 1890-c 1910
Language of Materials
English
French
Hebrew
Latin
Dutch
Flemish
Extent
1 glass plate negative ; 4 1/4" x 3 1/4"
Stock Check (2016-2020)
Located 2017
Previous reference
PSE/A/1
Creator
- From the Sub-Series: Geddes, Alasdair, 1891-1917 (geographer and sociologist) (Person)
Repository Details
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