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Cammel Laird Shipyard BL_22201_14
Filename: BL_22201_14.jpg
Size: 4748 x 3922 (7.0MB)
Date: 20th July 2007
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: English Heritage Images
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Cammel Laird Shipyard BL_22201_14
CAMMEL LAIRD SHIPYARD, The boiler shop, Birkenhead, Merseyside. 1914. Bedford Lemere
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Media ID 495772
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "Cammel Laird Shipyard BL_22201_14," takes us on a journey back in time to the bustling industrial landscape of Birkenhead, Merseyside in 1914. Captured by the talented photographer Bedford Lemere, this image showcases the heart of Cammel Laird Shipyard - The boiler shop.
As we gaze upon this historic scene, we are instantly transported into a world where hard work and innovation collide. The sheer magnitude of the shipyard is awe-inspiring; its vastness stretching out before us like an intricate maze of steel and machinery. Every corner seems to hum with activity as workers diligently carry out their tasks.
The composition expertly captures the essence of industry at its peak. Sunlight streams through towering windows, casting long shadows across rows of massive boilers and heavy machinery. The air is thick with anticipation and determination as skilled craftsmen meticulously craft these colossal structures that will soon power mighty ships.
Bedford Lemere's keen eye for detail allows us to appreciate not only the grandeur but also the human element within this industrial setting. Workers can be seen scattered throughout the frame - some engaged in animated conversations while others focus intently on their individual duties. Their presence reminds us that behind every great feat lies countless hours of laborious effort.
This photograph serves as a testament to both the ingenuity and craftsmanship that defined Britain's industrial era. It immortalizes a moment frozen in time when Cammel Laird Shipyard stood at its zenith – an emblematic symbol representing progress, ambition, and national pride.
As we admire this remarkable piece from Historic England's collection, let it serve as a reminder that our present achievements are built upon foundations laid by those who came before us – individuals whose dedication shaped our world today
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