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Blackbird Leys JLP01_08_069168
Filename: jlp01_08_069168.jpg
Size: 6713 x 5330 (6.9MB)
Date: 5th October 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
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Blackbird Leys JLP01_08_069168
Sundew Close, Blackbird Leys, Oxford, Oxfordshire. A group of children playing on the grass infront of a row of terraced Easiform houses.
Easiform was a method of in situ pre-cast concrete construction which John Laing and Son Ltd developed from 1919 onwards
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Media ID 23828541
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1960s Childhood Prefabricated Terrace
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Capturing the Essence of Childhood in 1960s Oxfordshire
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. This photo print, titled "Blackbird Leys JLP01_08_069168" transports us back to a bygone era when children reveled in the simple joys of outdoor play. In this snapshot, a group of lively youngsters can be seen frolicking on the lush green grass against the backdrop of charming terraced Easiform houses. These prefabricated homes were part of an innovative construction method called Easiform, pioneered by John Laing and Son Ltd from 1919 onwards. The rows of these modest yet sturdy houses formed tight-knit communities like Blackbird Leys, where neighbors shared their lives and created lasting memories. The image exudes an air of innocence and carefree spirit as children engage in imaginative games and laughter fills the air. It serves as a poignant reminder that childhood is universal across generations - a time when friendships are forged through endless adventures on sunny afternoons. As we gaze upon this nostalgic scene, we are transported to a simpler time when technology took a backseat to genuine human connections. This photograph encapsulates not only the architectural history but also evokes feelings of nostalgia for those who grew up during this era or long for days gone by. Preserved within Historic England's Archive, this remarkable piece allows us to relish in moments frozen in time - capturing both the essence of childhood and the unique character that defined Blackbird Leys' community spirit.
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