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Sunderland EAW493267
Filename: eaw493267.jpg
Size: 4594 x 4643 (32.7MB)
Date: 17th February 2017
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive. Aerofi
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
© Historic England Archive
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Sunderland EAW493267
The Docks, Sunderland. Photographed by Aerofilms Ltd in October 1985
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Media ID 13293695
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This print titled "Sunderland EAW493267" takes us on a nostalgic journey back to October 1985, offering a mesmerizing aerial view of the docks in Sunderland. Captured by Aerofilms Ltd, renowned for their exceptional photography skills, this image showcases the maritime essence and bustling activity of this historic port city. From high above, we are treated to an expansive panorama that reveals the intricate network of piers and quaysides stretching out into the North Sea. The harbor comes alive with ships of various sizes gracefully navigating through its waters, leaving trails behind them as they embark on their seafaring adventures. The scene is adorned with cranes standing tall like sentinels overseeing the constant flow of goods being loaded and unloaded from vessels. The photograph's remarkable clarity allows us to appreciate every detail: rows upon rows of containers neatly arranged along the waterfront; warehouses lining up like guardians protecting valuable cargo within; and small boats dotting the water surface as if engaged in an intricate dance. As we gaze at this snapshot frozen in time, it evokes a sense of awe for Sunderland's rich maritime heritage and reminds us how integral ports have been throughout history. This image serves as a testament to both human ingenuity and nature's vastness—a harmonious blend where land meets sea. Preserved within Historic England Archive's collection, this extraordinary visual document offers not only historical significance but also artistic beauty—an invitation to explore our shared past while appreciating the timeless allure captured from above
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