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HOLLINGTON, HASTINGS, EAST SUSSEX. A man using a mounted theodolite to survey the construction site of an Easiform housing estate in Hastings.
Easiform was a method of in situ pre-cast concrete construction which John Laing and Son Ltd developed from 1919 onwards. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
Media ID 24060700
Filename: jlp01_08_001275.jpg
Size: 4984 x 5171 (4.3MB)
Date: 1st July 1949
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
1940s Construction People Work Surveying
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This print captures a moment in history, showcasing the meticulous work of a surveyor in the 1940s. The image showcases an unidentified man using a mounted theodolite to survey the construction site of an Easiform housing estate in Hollington, Hastings, East Sussex. The scene exudes an air of determination and precision as the surveyor carefully adjusts his instrument to measure angles and distances with utmost accuracy. His focused gaze suggests years of experience and expertise in this field. The significance of this photograph lies not only in its depiction of diligent workmanship but also in its connection to John Laing and Son Ltd's innovative development - Easiform. This pioneering method revolutionized pre-cast concrete construction from 1919 onwards, forever changing architectural practices. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an era when manual labor was at its peak. The bustling construction site serves as a reminder of the hardworking individuals who dedicated their skills towards building communities that would stand strong for generations. This remarkable piece from A© Historic England Archive is more than just a visual record; it encapsulates resilience, progress, and human ingenuity during one of Britain's most transformative periods.
