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East India Dock, East India Dock Road, 1897 (b / w photo)
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East India Dock, East India Dock Road, 1897 (b / w photo)
GHL465638 East India Dock, East India Dock Road, 1897 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Guildhall Art Gallery, City of London; (add.info.: The East India Docks was a group of docks in Blackwall, east London, north-east of the Isle of Dogs; ); eLondon Metropolitan Archives; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23489684
© London Metropolitan Archives / Bridgeman Images
Blackwall Gate Gates Neo Classical
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This photograph takes us back to the bustling streets of East India Dock Road in 1897. The image, captured by an English photographer from the 19th century, showcases the grandeur of the East India Docks in Blackwall, east London. The scene is filled with a vibrant crowd eagerly making their way through the entrance gates. The architecture of these neo-classical gates stands tall and majestic against the backdrop of a rapidly developing city. It serves as a testament to London's industrial prowess during this era. As we gaze at this historical print, we are transported to a time when trade and commerce thrived along these docks. Ships from distant lands would have docked here, unloading exotic goods that would later find their way into homes across England. The sheer magnitude of activity depicted in this photograph reminds us of how integral these docks were to London's economy. They served as vital gateways connecting Britain with its colonies overseas. Preserved within the Guildhall Art Gallery in the City of London, this remarkable piece offers us a glimpse into our past – a reminder of both our progress and heritage. Let it serve as an inspiration for future generations to appreciate and cherish our rich history.
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