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Cranes JLP01_08_059832
Filename: jlp01_08_059832.jpg
Size: 6878 x 5224 (6.6MB)
Date: 11th February 2022
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
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Cranes JLP01_08_059832
EMPRESS STATE BUILDING, Lillie Road, Earls Court, HAMMERSMITH AND FULHAM, GREATER LONDON. A view looking north from the controls of one Laing crane towards another on the roof of the Empress State Building during its construction.
Laing built the foundations and the reinforced concrete frame of the building, work began in November 1959 and ran until July 1961
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Media ID 24350401
© Historic England Archive
1960s Concrete Construction Crane Office Urban Landscape
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment frozen in time during the construction of the iconic Empress State Building in Hammersmith and Fulham, Greater London. The image offers a unique perspective from the controls of one Laing crane, gazing towards another perched on the roof of the building. The sheer scale and ambition of this project is evident as we witness cranes towering above the urban landscape, symbolizing human ingenuity and progress. Laing, responsible for laying down the foundations and constructing the reinforced concrete frame, embarked on this monumental task in November 1959, with completion achieved by July 1961. The photograph transports us back to an era when London was undergoing significant transformation. It serves as a testament to both architectural prowess and engineering excellence that went into creating such an impressive structure. As we delve into this snapshot from history, it's impossible not to marvel at how far we have come since then. This image reminds us of our ability to shape our surroundings through determination and innovation. A© Historic England Archive has preserved this remarkable piece of London's past for future generations to appreciate. It invites us to reflect upon our own place within a world constantly evolving through construction and change - reminding us that even amidst progress, there will always be traces left behind for those who care enough to look closely.
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