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Airport: Elmdon, Birmingham under construction 1939
Filename: 14125s.jpg
Size: 3008 x 2216 (1.4MB)
Date: 14th July 2005
Source: FlightGlobal
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Airport: Elmdon, Birmingham under construction 1939
Elmdon airport under construction
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Media ID 1568503
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the year 1939, capturing a significant moment in aviation history. The image showcases the construction of Elmdon Airport in Birmingham, UK. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported to an era where progress was being made amidst uncertain times. The scene is bustling with activity as workers diligently lay down the foundations for what would soon become a vital hub for air travel. Cranes tower over the site, their steel arms reaching towards the sky, symbolizing ambition and innovation. Men in hard hats can be seen meticulously placing bricks and pouring concrete, each action contributing to the birth of this remarkable airport. The composition exudes a sense of anticipation and excitement; it is as if one can almost hear the hum of machinery and feel the energy pulsating through every corner of this evolving structure. This photograph not only captures physical construction but also represents dreams taking flight. Elmdon Airport's significance cannot be understated - it would go on to play a crucial role during World War II as an important military base before transitioning into civilian use post-war. Today known as Birmingham Airport, it stands tall as one of Britain's major international airports. As we admire this historical gem captured by FlightGlobal, let us appreciate how far aviation has come since those early days when Elmdon Airport was just beginning to take shape – a testament to human ingenuity that continues to connect people across continents today.
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