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Monitor JLP01_14_00145
Filename: jlp01_14_00145.jpg
Size: 3853 x 5779 (5.2MB)
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
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Monitor JLP01_14_00145
BRITISH LIBRARY, EUSTON ROAD, ST PANCRAS, CAMDEN, GREATER LONDON. A television monitor in the cab of a crane allowing the driver to see underground during basement excavations at the British Library.
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 24289841
© Historic England Archive
1980s Construction Crane Library
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment in time at the British Library during its construction in the 1980s. In this image, we are granted a glimpse into the intricate process of basement excavations through the lens of a television monitor. The monitor is ingeniously placed within the cab of a crane, enabling the driver to see underground as they navigate through their work. The significance of this photograph lies not only in its documentation of an important architectural project but also in its association with Breaking New Ground Project. This initiative, undertaken in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust between 2019-20, aimed to shed light on lesser-known aspects of historical sites like the British Library. As we delve into this image further, it becomes apparent that it represents more than just construction equipment. It symbolizes progress and innovation - a testament to human ingenuity and our constant pursuit of knowledge. The juxtaposition between old and new technologies is striking; traditional methods meet modern advancements. Preserved by A© Historic England Archive, this photo serves as a reminder that every great achievement starts from humble beginnings. It invites us to appreciate both the physical labor involved in constructing monumental structures like libraries and museums while recognizing how technology has transformed these processes over time.
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