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Gas light a066010
Kings Cross, London. A street view with an open gas street light in the foreground, two high walls to either side of the road, cars and lorries on the road and the three gasometers at Kings Cross in the distance. Photographed by John Gay. Date range: 1946 - 1969. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 13267898
Filename: aa066010.jpg
Size: 4365 x 4319 (9.2MB)
Date: 2nd February 2017
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
Job Title: Photographer
Gas Holder Lamp Post Road Traffic Urban
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This evocative photograph, titled "Gas light a066010" by John Gay, captures the essence of urban life in post-war London during the late 1940s to the late 1960s. The image showcases a street view in the bustling Kings Cross area, with an open gas street light casting an orange glow in the foreground. The road is filled with the hustle and bustle of traffic, including cars and lorries, as they navigate the narrow streets. Two high walls flank the sides of the road, their graffiti-covered surfaces bearing testament to the passage of time and the vibrant energy of the city. In the distance, three imposing gas holders, or gasometers, loom over the scene. These structures were once a common sight in urban areas, providing storage for the gas used to fuel the street lights and heat homes. The photograph captures the unique character of London during this era, a time of transition and rebuilding after the devastation of World War II. The open gas street light serves as a symbol of the city's resilience and determination to move forward, while the traffic and gas holders represent the bustling energy and industrial spirit of the urban landscape. John Gay's photograph is a valuable historical record of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the past and reminding us of the ever-changing nature of our cities. The image invites us to reflect on the history of urban development and the role that energy infrastructure has played in shaping the cities we know today.
