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Climbing a piling frame JLP01_08_008728
Filename: jlp01_08_008728.jpg
Size: 5040 x 5088 (3.8MB)
Date: 19th 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
Climbing a piling frame JLP01_08_008728
PLYMOUTH B POWER STATION, CITY OF PLYMOUTH. Workers climbing the ladder of a Menck piling frame during construction of a coaling wharf for Plymouth B Power Station.
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 24091307
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1950s Construction Development Industrial Industry People Power Station Work Foundations Pile Driving
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a pivotal moment in the construction of Plymouth B Power Station. The image showcases the sheer determination and fearlessness of the workers as they climb the ladder of a Menck piling frame, an essential tool for building the coaling wharf. It is evident that these individuals possess unwavering dedication to their craft, braving heights and challenging conditions to ensure the success of this ambitious project. The photograph serves as a testament to the power of human ingenuity and collaboration within the industrial sector. Against a backdrop of towering structures and heavy machinery, it symbolizes progress, development, and innovation during an era marked by rapid growth. As part of Historic England's Breaking New Ground Project in partnership with John Laing Charitable Trust, this image offers us a glimpse into our past while celebrating those who laid down foundations for future generations. It reminds us that every great achievement begins with hard work and perseverance. While we admire this remarkable snapshot from the 1950s, let us also acknowledge that it represents more than just an impressive feat in engineering; it embodies resilience, teamwork, and ambition. This print is not only a visual delight but also an ode to all those who have dedicated themselves to shaping our world through industry and construction.
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