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Earthmoving JLP01_08_069478
Filename: jlp01_08_069478.jpg
Size: 6839 x 5369 (7.2MB)
Date: 17th December 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Earthmoving JLP01_08_069478
South Staffordshire. A view of the construction of the Midland Link Motorway, between Junction 13 and Junction 11 of the M6, showing earthmoving vehicles working on a section of the motorway.
This image was catalogued as part of the Breaking New Ground Project in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20
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Media ID 24180650
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1960s Civil Engineering Construction Lorry Machinery Motorway Road Building Truck Excavators
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This print captures a significant moment in the history of road infrastructure development. Taken during the construction of the Midland Link Motorway, between Junction 13 and Junction 11 of the M6, it offers a glimpse into the immense effort required to build this vital transportation artery. The image showcases a bustling scene with earthmoving vehicles diligently working on a section of the motorway. The photograph is part of the Breaking New Ground Project, undertaken in collaboration with the esteemed John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20. It serves as an invaluable record that sheds light on civil engineering practices from decades past. In this snapshot from the 1960s, we witness heavy machinery such as excavators and lorries actively shaping and transforming the landscape. These powerful tools are instrumental in moving vast amounts of earth to create a solid foundation for what would become an essential link connecting South Staffordshire. As we delve into this archival gem provided by Historic England Archive, we are reminded not only of human ingenuity but also our relentless pursuit to improve connectivity and facilitate progress through infrastructural advancements. This image stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment towards building better roads for future generations - roads that have since become integral parts of our daily lives.
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