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British Library under construction JLP01_14_00162
Filename: jlp01_14_00162.jpg
Size: 5864 x 3906 (4.9MB)
Date: 20th January 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
© Historic England Archive
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British Library under construction JLP01_14_00162
BRITISH LIBRARY, EUSTON ROAD, ST PANCRAS, CAMDEN, GREATER LONDON. A general view of construction of the British Library from the south.
This image was catalogued as part of the Breaking New Ground Project in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 24289849
© Historic England Archive
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the iconic British Library under construction in the bustling heart of London. Taken from a vantage point to the south, the image showcases the magnitude and grandeur of this architectural marvel. The British Library, located on Euston Road in St Pancras, Camden, has long been a symbol of knowledge and learning. The photograph is part of the Breaking New Ground Project, a collaborative effort between Historic England Archive and the John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20. It serves as a testament to their commitment to preserving and documenting significant moments in history. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness an era when progress was being made on one of London's most prestigious cultural institutions. The construction site buzzes with activity as workers diligently lay bricks and erect walls that would soon house countless volumes of literature from around the world. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded not only of the physical labor involved but also of the intellectual wealth that awaits within those walls. This photograph encapsulates both ambition and achievement – capturing a pivotal moment during its transformation into what would become one of Britain's most treasured libraries. A© Historic England Archive has expertly preserved this piece of history for future generations to appreciate – allowing us all to reflect on how far we have come while inspiring us to continue breaking new ground ourselves.
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