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Pneumatic drills being used for roadworks (b/w photo)
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Pneumatic drills being used for roadworks (b/w photo)
8635911 Pneumatic drills being used for roadworks (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pneumatic drills being used for roadworks. Illustration from Today Through Yesterday - Book Four - The Young Citizen and the World of Today, by C F Strong (University of London Press, Ltd, 1939).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 38192776
© © Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Career Employment Getting Work Lane Profession 1930 1939 Years 30 30s 1930 1939 Years 30s 19301939 1933 34 Years 1930 Years 30 Years Thirty
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This print captures the gritty reality of roadworks in the early 20th century. Pneumatic drills are being used to tear up the pavement, sending clouds of dust and debris into the air. The workers, clad in heavy-duty overalls and helmets, are focused on their task at hand as they operate these powerful machines.
The scene is a snapshot of a bygone era, when manual labor was essential for infrastructure development. The deafening noise of the drills reverberates through the street, creating a cacophony that symbolizes progress and modernization.
As we gaze upon this image, we can't help but admire the dedication and hard work of these workers who toiled under challenging conditions to improve our roads. Their profession may have been physically demanding and often thankless, but it was crucial for keeping society moving forward.
This photo serves as a reminder of how far we've come in terms of technology and efficiency in construction projects. It also pays homage to those unsung heroes who labored tirelessly to build the foundations upon which our cities stand today.
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