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Royal Docks, London a002112
ROYAL DOCKS, Silvertown, Canning Town, London. Shipping moored by the dockside including barges in the foreground. Photographed by Stanley W Rawlings. Date range: 1945 - 1965. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 3705183
Filename: aa002112.jpg
Size: 5326 x 3573 (4.0MB)
Date: 21st July 2010
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: English Heritage Images
Owner URL: www.englishheritageimages.com
Job Title: Photographer
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling activity at the Royal Docks in London during the mid-20th century. Taken by renowned photographer Stanley W. Rawlings between 1945 and 1965, the image showcases a vibrant maritime scene with a diverse range of ships and boats moored along the dockside. In the foreground, traditional barges are anchored, their rustic wooden hulls reflecting the industrial charm of the era. Beyond, larger vessels, their masts and rigging silhouetted against the sky, are docked, awaiting their turn to be unloaded. The cranes and other machinery that once formed the backbone of London's commercial maritime industry can be seen in the background, a testament to the area's rich history. The Royal Docks, located in the East London boroughs of Silvertown and Canning Town, were once the largest enclosed docks in the world. Opened in 1855, they played a crucial role in the city's economic growth, facilitating the import and export of goods from around the globe. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a poignant reminder of the vital role the maritime industry played in London's history. Stanley W. Rawlings, a respected photographer, captured this moment in time with exceptional skill, revealing the raw beauty and energy of the Royal Docks. His photograph not only documents the area's industrial heritage but also serves as a tribute to the men and women who worked there, contributing to London's rich maritime legacy.
