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Unloading a milk train, London, 20th century
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Unloading a milk train, London, 20th century
Unloading a milk train, London, 20th century. 1500 churns from Somerset and Devon are being unloaded at Clapham Junction station. Note the gangway faced with steel strips on which the churns can be easily slid
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Clapham Delivering Delivery Food Industry Milk Milk Churn Railway Station Station Train Train Station Unloading Wandsworth Clapham Junction Historica Graphica Collection Overnight
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Unloading a Milk Train at Clapham Junction Station, London - A Glimpse into the 20th Century Dairy Industry
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photograph captures a significant moment in the history of London's milk industry during the 20th century. The scene unfolds at Clapham Junction station, where an overnight milk train from Somerset and Devon has just arrived to deliver its precious cargo. The image showcases a group of hardworking men unloading around 1500 churns filled with fresh milk. Their expertise is evident as they effortlessly slide each churn along the gangway faced with steel strips, ensuring smooth and efficient delivery. Underneath the dimly lit night sky, these dedicated workers play their crucial role in supplying Londoners with this essential food staple. The monochrome tones add a timeless quality to this snapshot of British life, emphasizing both tradition and progress within the country's bustling railway system. As we gaze upon this historic photograph from Heritage Images' collection, we are transported back in time to witness an era when manual labor was integral to sustaining communities. This image serves as a reminder of how far our transportation and food industries have evolved since then. Let us cherish these unsung heroes who worked tirelessly behind-the-scenes to ensure that every household had access to nourishing dairy products.
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