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Avonmouth EAW002060
Filename: EAW002060.jpg
Size: 4550 x 4143 (10.4MB)
Date: 20th March 2017
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive. Aerofi
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
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Avonmouth EAW002060
The Royal Edward Dock, Avonmouth, Bristol. Photographed by Aerofilms Ltd in 1946
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Media ID 13435467
© Historic England Archive
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This photo print, titled "Avonmouth EAW002060" takes us back in time to the bustling maritime scene of 1946. Captured by Aerofilms Ltd, renowned for their aerial photography expertise, this image showcases The Royal Edward Dock in Avonmouth, Bristol. As we gaze upon this remarkable snapshot from the Historic England Archive, a sense of awe washes over us. From high above, we witness the intricate network of docks and harbors that served as vital gateways for trade and industry during that era. The sheer magnitude of activity is truly mesmerizing. The composition reveals a symphony of ships gracefully navigating through the waters while dockworkers diligently load and unload cargo onto waiting vessels. This photograph encapsulates an important chapter in Britain's maritime history when ports like Avonmouth played a crucial role in connecting nations across oceans. The attention to detail is impeccable; every element within the frame tells its own story. The cranes towering over the dockyards symbolize progress and innovation, while rows of warehouses stand as silent witnesses to countless goods passing through these gates. "Avonmouth EAW002060" serves as a poignant reminder of our nation's rich maritime heritage—a testament to human ingenuity and resilience against all odds. It invites us to reflect on how far we have come since then while appreciating the foundations laid by those who came before us. Through this extraordinary photograph, Historic England Archive allows us to step into history itself—an immersive experience that
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