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Tunnel Information

Taken 3 April 2009

This is the plaque that is set on the wall that explains all about the Tunnel in Brigus. A beautiful site and destination for any of you sceinc viewers. It says: The Brigus tunnel was built for Captain Abraham Bartlett by the Cornish Miner John Hoskins during the summer of 1860. It's purpose was to provide easy access to the Barlett wharf which projected into the deep water at it's outer end. Since the holes into which the blasting charges were placed had to be drilled by hand, a special forge was constructed near the site for keeping the drills sharpened. The only used was black gunpowder. The job was completed after 4 months of strenuous labour.

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Taken at 47.53487, -53.20498, in Brigus. Copy that into any maps app, or:

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Nine more photographs at Captain Bob Memorial, each at its own spot:

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Nine photographs from around here. Each one was taken at its own spot — open it for directions to exactly there, rather than to the place in general.

Brigus United Church, Captain Bob Memorial
The united church in Brigus. These red gates really set this picture off. It is like seeing Hell's Gates at the front of a church. You can see how the snow is melted as it gets closer to the gates... found this very interesting and unique. You don't see many churches with gates like this.3 April 2009
Captain Bob Memorial, Brigus
Captain Bob commanded the ROOSEVELT during Pearys artic expedition of 1905-06. A very nice looking picture of the sails that represent the sail boat which he was captain of. The view and area from here is simply amazing. What a nice memorial in a very scenic destination.3 April 2009
Captain Bob Memorial Text, Brigus
This is the text that explains more about the Captain Bob Memorial that is posted in Brigus. A beautiful little community.3 April 2009
View of Shore from Captain Bob Memorial, Brigus
A beautiful shot of the houses that outline the shore of Brigus. The Captain Bob memorial area is such a beautiful place, a must see destination.3 April 2009
2 Seagulls on Rock from Memorial, Captain Bob Memorial, Brigus
What a nice shot of the view from the Captian Bob Memorial. These seagulls never moved one inch no matter how close I got to these birds. It is as if they knew, he is just another photographer looking for a shot. Then they both turned away and waited for me to take the shot. What a beautiful experience, to see wild birds such as these, not be afraid of anything around them and not fly away.3 April 2009
Hedge Stone Rocks, Captain Bob Memorial, Brigus
These rocks look like something from the Stone Age where they used to build large rock sculptures from rocks just like this. A very unique site to see. The first time I saw these rocks in Newfoundland like this, I didn't even see them in Flatrock. Amazing place to visit. A must see for anyone visiting.3 April 2009
Entrance to Tunnel, Captain Bob Memorial, Brigus
The Entrance of the Tunnel in Brigus. A landmark of this small community.3 April 2009
End of Tunnel in Brigus, Captain Bob Memorial
This is a view of the markings made over time at the end of the tunnel in Brigus. A landmark to this small community. This tunnel was built for Captain Abraham Bartlett by the Cornish Miner John Hoskins during the summer of 1860. It was built to provide easy access to the Barlett wharf which projected into the deep water at it's outer end. The holes for the blasting charges were dug by hand and took 4 months of strenuous labour.3 April 2009
St. Georges Anglican Church and Graveyard, Captain Bob Memorial, Brigus
A view of the graveyard and church that sits on the top of the hill of Brigus. A nice location with an excellent view of the ocean from the church. Brigus is just beautiful all around. A must see destination.3 April 2009