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View of the Engine Works and Head Office, Elswick Works, Newcastle upon Tyne (b / w photo)
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View of the Engine Works and Head Office, Elswick Works, Newcastle upon Tyne (b / w photo)
3619483 View of the Engine Works and Head Office, Elswick Works, Newcastle upon Tyne (b/w photo) by English Photographer; Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums; (add.info.: Workshop of the World is a phrase often used to describe Britains manufacturing dominance during the Nineteenth Century. Its also a very apt description for the Elswick Works and Scotswood Works of Vickers Armstrong and its predecessor companies. These great factories, situated in Newcastle along the banks of the River Tyne, employed hundreds of thousands of men and women and built a huge variety of products for customers around the globe.
The Elswick Works was established by William George Armstrong (later Lord Armstrong) in 1847 to manufacture hydraulic cranes. From these relatively humble beginnings the company diversified into many fields including shipbuilding, armaments and locomotives. By 1953 the Elswick Works covered 70 acres and extended over a mile along the River Tyne. This set of images, mostly taken from our Vickers Armstrong collection, includes fascinating views of the factories at Elswick and Scotswood, the products they produced and the people that worked there. By preserving these archives we can ensure that their legacy lives on.); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright
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Elswick Factories Head Office Hydraulic Hydraulics Newcastle Newcastle Upon Tyne Office Production Tyne
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This print captures the impressive view of the Engine Works and Head Office at Elswick Works in Newcastle upon Tyne. The image, taken by an English photographer, showcases the grandeur of this iconic manufacturing site during Britain's industrial dominance in the 19th century. Known as the "Workshop of the World". Elswick Works was a significant part of Vickers Armstrong and its predecessor companies. Established in 1847 by William George Armstrong (later Lord Armstrong), it initially focused on producing hydraulic cranes but soon expanded into shipbuilding, armaments, and locomotives. By 1953, Elswick Works spanned over 70 acres along the banks of River Tyne. The photograph offers a glimpse into this bustling factory complex that employed hundreds of thousands of men and women. It also highlights the diverse range of products manufactured here for customers worldwide. Preserved within our Vickers Armstrong collection, these images provide fascinating insights into not only the factories themselves but also their workers and creations. By safeguarding these archives, we ensure that their legacy endures for future generations to appreciate. This print from eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums serves as a testament to Elswick Works' historical significance in shaping Britain's industrial landscape while paying homage to those who contributed to its success.
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