All requests for permission to publish from photographs must be submitted in writing to the Photo Curator. Permission for publication is given on behalf of the San Francisco Public Library as the owner of the physical items.
Folder: S.F. Ships-Shipbuilding. Written on front of photo: "November 8, 1942. 5.15 A.M. Construction of pre-fabricated ship, Richmond Shipyard Number Two of The Permanente Metals Corporation, Richmond, Calif. Photograph No. 2PFS-5." Newscopy on back: "This is the third of the series showing construction steps of a prefabricated ship. The above photo was taken as workmen placed a section of hull in position while working under lights. Notice the tunnel-like shaft alley, with only part of top encased. An after-peak triangles background of this picture. May 11, 1943."