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Junction 16 nearing completion JLP01_01_154_084
Filename: jlp01_01_154_084.jpg
Size: 7009 x 5472 (6.2MB)
Date: 18th November 2021
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. John Laing Photographic Collection
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Junction 16 nearing completion JLP01_01_154_084
M1 Motorway, Junction 16, M1, Upper Heyford, South Northamptonshire. An aerial view looking northwards towards Junction 16 on the M1, the A45 Junction carrying the Weedon-Northampton Road over the motorway, taken during its construction.
The caption beneath the album print refers to this image as the London/Birmingham Motorway. Given the location, we can assume that this is the M1 Motorway, which was also known as the London to Yorkshire Motorway
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Media ID 24083892
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1950s Construction Motorway Road Transport
EDITORS COMMENTS
This aerial view captures the remarkable progress of Junction 16 on the M1 Motorway, located in Upper Heyford, South Northamptonshire. The photo print, titled JLP01_01_154_084, showcases the construction of this significant transportation hub during the 1950s. As we gaze upon this image taken by A© Historic England Archive, our eyes are drawn towards the northward direction where Junction 16 is taking shape. The intricate network of roads and bridges unfolds before us as we observe the Weedon-Northampton Road gracefully passing over the motorway at the A45 Junction. This ambitious project symbolizes a vital link between London and Birmingham – hence its reference as "the London/Birmingham Motorway" in the album caption. The photograph not only serves as a visual testament to human ingenuity but also highlights an important milestone in British transport history. It reminds us of how infrastructure development has shaped our society and facilitated connectivity across vast distances. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, it becomes evident that great care and precision were employed during its construction. The attention to detail is palpable from above, showcasing meticulous planning and engineering prowess. This print invites us to reflect on both past achievements and future possibilities for road travel. It stands as a tribute to those who dedicated their efforts to create a seamless journey for generations to come.
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