TitlePhotograph - MT Cactus Maru Entering Botany BayDate2nd April 1967About this objectThis framed photograph captures the MT Cactus Maru, a Japanese motor tanker, entering Botany Bay on her maiden voyage on 2 April 1967. The image documents an important moment in maritime history, illustrating commercial shipping activity in New South Wales during the mid-20th century and the role of Botany Bay as a key port.Object No.2016.24Physical descriptionWood-framed photograph depicting the motor tanker Cactus Maru entering Botany Bay. The photograph is a colour print, showing the vessel in full view as it approaches the bay.CreatorRogers, BruceInscriptions & marksAt top:
MT "CACTUS MARU", SDW 49,837
Entering Botany Bay on her maiden voyage
2nd April 1967
Under Comand of Captain I Murikami
at bottom:
Owners
Nissho Kisen KK
General Agents in Australia
Botany Bay Shipping Company Pty Limited
