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"In the Warehouses of the P.L.A. with their Accommodation for a Million Tons" -Tobacco... 1937. Creator: Unknown. "In the Warehouses of the P.L.A. with their Accommodation for a Million Tons" -Tobacco... 1937. Creator: Unknown
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"In the Warehouses of the P.L.A. with their Accommodation for a Million Tons" -Tobacco... 1937. Creator: Unknown. "In the Warehouses of the P.L.A. with their Accommodation for a Million Tons" -Tobacco... 1937. Creator: Unknown
"In the Warehouses of the P.L.A. with their Accommodation for a Million Tons" - Tobacco Storage, Royal Victoria Dock, 1937. Goods store on the River Thames in London. From "The Said Noble River", by Alan Bell. [The Port of London Authority, London, 1937]
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In the Warehouses of the Port of London Authority - A Million Tons of Tobacco Awaits Transfer, 1937
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This evocative photograph captures the vast scale of tobacco storage at the Port of London Authority's warehouses in 1937. The image, titled "In the Warehouses of the P.L.A. with their Accommodation for a Million Tons – Tobacco Storage, Royal Victoria Dock," showcases the impressive interior of a goods store located along the River Thames in London, England. The photograph, created by an unknown artist, offers a glimpse into the bustling world of international trade during the 1930s. The towering, dark wooden barrels, neatly stacked and arranged in rows, reach towards the high ceiling, their darkened surfaces reflecting the dimly lit interior. The vastness of the space is further emphasized by the receding perspective, drawing the viewer deeper into the labyrinthine network of storage areas. The Port of London Authority, established in 1908, played a crucial role in the transportation and storage of goods, including tobacco, between the British Isles and the rest of the world. The photograph, taken from Alan Bell's book "The Said Noble River," highlights the ingenuity and efficiency of the organization's infrastructure, which enabled the smooth handling of millions of tons of goods annually. The image serves as a testament to the importance of the Port of London in the global trade network during the 20th century, and the remarkable feats of engineering and logistics that made such large-scale storage possible. The photograph's haunting beauty and the sense of history it evokes continue to captivate viewers, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of commerce and industry.
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