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Fine Art Print : Opening Mersey Tunnel, Liverpool with Birkenhead 1934
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Opening Mersey Tunnel, Liverpool with Birkenhead 1934
Date: 18 July 1934
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Birkenhead Ceremony Connecting Crossing Crowded Crowds Liverpool Mersey Merseyside Opening Opens Queensway Traffic Tunnel Tunnels
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, titled "Opening Mersey Tunnel, Liverpool with Birkenhead 1934," transports you back in time to the momentous occasion of the Mersey Tunnel's opening ceremony on 18th July 1934. Witness the magnificent scene of the first vehicles passing through the newly opened tunnel, connecting Liverpool and Birkenhead, as the crowds cheer and celebrate this engineering marvel. Bring this piece of Liverpool's rich history into your home or office and elevate your space with its timeless charm and intriguing story. Order your Fine Art Print today and let the allure of the past be a part of your everyday.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.3cm x 50.8cm (14.3" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the excitement and historic significance of the opening of the Mersey Tunnel, connecting Liverpool and Birkenhead on 18th July 1934. The Mersey River, a vital waterway for the maritime city of Liverpool, is prominently featured in the image, with the twin tunnels stretching out into the distance. The opening of the tunnels, part of the Queensway Project, marked a major milestone in the transport history of Merseyside, England. The image shows a large crowd gathered on the Birkenhead side of the tunnel entrance, eagerly awaiting the arrival of King George V and Queen Mary for the official opening ceremony. The streets are filled with people, many of whom have come to witness this momentous occasion. Shops and stalls line the streets, selling souvenirs and refreshments to the hungry and curious crowds. The entrance to the tunnel is adorned with banners and flags, adding to the festive atmosphere. The royal party arrives in a procession of cars, with the King and Queen making their way to the platform to perform the formal opening ceremony. The traffic on the roads is at a standstill as the crowds make their way to the scene, creating a sense of anticipation and excitement. The Mersey Tunnel, a marvel of engineering in the 1930s, was a game-changer for the region, reducing travel time between Liverpool and Birkenhead and boosting economic activity. The opening ceremony was a full-page event in the history of Britain, marking the beginning of a new era in transportation and connecting two important cities in a way that would last for generations.
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