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One of the blocks placed in Waterloo Place by desire of the Duke of Wellington to enable people to mount their horses (b / w photo)
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One of the blocks placed in Waterloo Place by desire of the Duke of Wellington to enable people to mount their horses (b / w photo)
5990819 One of the blocks placed in Waterloo Place by desire of the Duke of Wellington to enable people to mount their horses (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: One of the blocks placed in Waterloo Place by desire of the Duke of Wellington to enable people to mount their horses. Illustration for The Wonder Book of Motors (Ward Lock, c 1928).); © Look and Learn
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Automobiles Blocks Cars Desire Duke Of Wellington Motor Motors Mount Mounting Waterloo Place Enable Shire Horse Stallions
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This print captures a fascinating piece of history in Waterloo Place. One of the blocks placed there by the Duke of Wellington stands tall, serving its purpose to enable people to mount their horses. The image, taken by an English photographer in the 20th century, showcases this unique feature that was once essential for horse riders. The photograph is part of a private collection and was later used as an illustration for "The Wonder Book of Motors" published around 1928 by Ward Lock. It beautifully depicts the intersection between traditional means of transportation - represented by horses - and emerging automobile technology. In this snapshot, we see not only the block itself but also various animals present at Waterloo Place. Racehorses, ponies, shire horses, and stallions can be spotted alongside other farm animals such as livestock. A young boy is captured in the frame as well; perhaps he is about to mount one of these magnificent creatures or simply observing them with awe. This image provides us with a glimpse into a different era when cars were still a novelty and horses played a significant role in daily life. It reminds us of how far we have come technologically while preserving our appreciation for history and our connection with nature's majestic creatures.
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