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Cast iron tunnel lining MTA01_01_16
QUEENSWAY TUNNEL, LIVERPOOL, Merseyside. A man at work on the construction of the Queensway Tunnel, showing the cast iron lining in the under-river section of the main tunnel.
The print is annotated: Contract No. 2, and 44 Dia. Tunnel looking towards Liverpool from Birkenhead. Footage 4, 400. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 25316235
Filename: mta01_01_16.jpg
Size: 6646 x 5430 (8.6MB)
Date: 23rd June 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
1930s Birkenhead Construction Engineering Labourer Liverpool Mersey Tunnel Queensway Tunnel Tunnel Underground Workmen
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This print takes us back to the 1930s, showcasing the remarkable engineering and construction efforts behind Liverpool's Queensway Tunnel. In this image, a lone man can be seen diligently working on the under-river section of the main tunnel, surrounded by an awe-inspiring cast iron lining. The meticulous attention to detail is evident in every inch of this photograph. The annotation on the print reveals intriguing details about this monumental project. Contract No. 2 signifies its significance within the larger scheme of things, while "44 Dia" hints at the diameter of this impressive tunnel. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, our eyes are drawn towards Liverpool from Birkenhead - a testament to how it connected these two bustling cities beneath the mighty Mersey River. With footage measuring an astounding 4,400 feet, one cannot help but marvel at both the scale and complexity involved in bringing such a vision to life. This photo serves as a tribute not only to those workmen who labored tirelessly underground but also to their unwavering determination and skill. Stewart Bale Limited has masterfully captured a moment that encapsulates not just history but also human ingenuity and perseverance. It reminds us that even amidst challenging circumstances, mankind has always found ways to overcome obstacles and forge paths towards progress.
