Hell's Gate

Identifier

1.02089

Title

Hell's Gate

Scope and contents

Item is a photograph of a sign at Hell's Gate, British Columbia. The photo is a snapshot of a tourist sign on the history of the area. The sign tells of the history of transportation at Hell's Gate including railways and roads and tells about the explorer Simon Fraser who passed along the cliffs in the area on a series of bridges and ladders that were built by the local Thompson Indians. It also states that "Local Indians are the only ones authorized to fish here, but they may not sell their catch."

Date

October 23, 1978

Spatial Coverage

British Columbia

Physical description

1 photograph : b&w acetate negative ; 35 mm

Statement of Responsibility

Basil, Steven (photographer)

Rights

Rights Holder

Copyright held by Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs

To request permission for use or copies please contact the UBCIC Library and Archives.

General notes

Title transcribed from label on photograph page protector

Last Modified

August 29, 2024