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Road control room, Park Gate Iron & Steel Co, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 1964
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Road control room, Park Gate Iron & Steel Co, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 1964
Road control room, Park Gate Iron & Steel Co, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 1964. A controller with his intercom keeps a view on the access road to the steelworks at the Park Gate Iron & Steel Co in Rotherham
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Control Room Desk Desk Job Foundry Iron And Steel Industry Michael Michael Walters Microphone Omnibus Park Gate Iron And Steel Company Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Phone Rotherham South Yorkshire Steel Steel Industry Steelworks Telecommunication Telecommunications Telephone Walters Controller Metaphor Minibus
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Road Control Room, Park Gate Iron & Steel Co, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 1964. In this photograph captured by Michael Walters, we are transported back to the heart of the bustling steel industry in 1960s Britain. The image showcases a dedicated controller diligently monitoring the access road to the renowned Park Gate Iron & Steel Co in Rotherham. Seated at his desk inside the control room, this hardworking man relies on an intercom system to maintain constant vigilance over incoming traffic. His presence is vital for ensuring smooth operations within the factory grounds. The monochrome tones add a timeless quality to this snapshot of industrial history. The photo also offers glimpses into daily life during that era; a vintage telephone sits nearby while a minibus waits patiently outside - ready to transport workers or materials across the sprawling steelworks complex. The scene serves as a powerful metaphor for both progress and stability. Walters' expert composition captures not only the physical infrastructure of buildings and roads but also conveys an atmosphere of determination and dedication that defined those working in such industries at that time. This print serves as a poignant reminder of Rotherham's rich industrial heritage and pays tribute to all those who contributed their skills towards shaping our nation's growth.
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