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Bus stop queue and power station a071671
HARLESDEN, London. A street scene with people waiting at a bus stop by a London Underground station sign in Harlesden at dusk, cars passing and the North Acton power station to the south of Harlesden Station in the background. Photographed by John Gay in 1965. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 1398282
Filename: aa071671.jpg
Size: 4311 x 4366 (4.8MB)
Date: 4th February 2009
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Photographer
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This print by John Gay takes us back to the bustling streets of Harlesden, London in 1965. As dusk settles over the city, a dark urban scene comes alive with a sense of anticipation. The focal point is a group of people patiently waiting at a bus stop, their silhouettes illuminated by the warm glow of a nearby lamp post. The iconic London Underground station sign stands proudly amidst this street scene, serving as both a landmark and symbol of connectivity for commuters. Cars pass by in blurred motion, adding to the dynamic energy that permeates through every corner of this photograph. In the distance, we catch sight of the North Acton power station looming against the twilight sky. Its towering presence serves as a reminder of industrial progress and modernity juxtaposed against an otherwise traditional setting. John Gay's keen eye captures not only the physical elements but also evokes emotions within his viewers. This snapshot freezes time and transports us back to an era where public transportation was essential for daily life in London. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Historic England's collection, we are reminded that even mundane moments like waiting for a bus can hold great significance when seen through the lens of history.
