Early color lithograph panorama of Halifax, Nova Scotia, viewed from Georges Island across the harbour — the city's wharves, church spires, and industrial waterfront spread along the far shore, a sailing vessel anchored mid-water. In the foreground, the island's fortifications are visible alongside military buildings and a small lighthouse, with figures working on the embankments. Georges Island, a fortified military post since the 1750s, commanded the entrance to Halifax Harbour and served as a key defensive position through both World Wars. Halifax itself was already one of the most important naval ports in the British Empire, a position it would cement during the wars to come.

• Caption: Halifax N.S. — Halifax from Georges Island.
• Card no.: 5193
• Publisher: E.F. Heffler, Halifax N.S. — M.J.C. Mtl. No. 901
• Status: Unposted