Caisson No.2, East Float dock
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Caisson No.2, East Float dock
Image: © Peter Craine Taken: 22 May 2004
The word 'caisson' has several meanings (it's French for 'box'). Amongst other things, it can be a device to repair ships or foundations. However, I think the purpose of this floating structure is to dam dock entrances.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.401523
Longitude
-3.02422