1930 Boston Harbor Colonial Airlines Crash Rescue – Original Coast Guard Press Photo

Original June 5, 1930 press photograph showing the U.S. Coast Guard rescuing passengers from the wreck of a Colonial Airlines transport plane in Boston Harbor. The ill-fated flight, bound for New York, crashed shortly after takeoff. Coast Guard Cutter CG-825 and small boats can be seen in action, with the plane’s tail number NC9875 clearly visible. One person was killed and eleven injured.
Stamped and captioned on reverse by International News Photos, Inc. A powerful, authentic news image from the early years of American commercial aviation.

Details:

• Date: June 5, 1930

• Size: 8 x 10 in.

• Photographer/Agency: International News Photos, Inc.

• Condition: Light edge wear, mild creasing, age toning, caption intact

• Provenance: Press archives