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Filename: jlp01_01_045_30.jpg
Size: 6602 x 5440 (4.2MB)
Date: 29th 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
New cars JLP01_01_045_30
ROVER CAR COMPANY WORKS, LODE LANE, SOLIHULL, WEST MIDLANDS. A view of newly manufactured Rover P4 series cars lined up outside the Rover factory in Solihull.
This image was catalogued as part of the Breaking New Ground Project in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20
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Media ID 24107087
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1950s Factory Manufacturing Production Vehicles
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This print captures a historic moment in the automotive industry - a view of newly manufactured Rover P4 series cars lined up outside the Rover factory in Solihull, West Midlands. The image showcases the bustling production scene at the renowned Rover Car Company Works on Lode Lane during the 1950s. The neatly aligned vehicles exude elegance and sophistication, reflecting the craftsmanship that went into their creation. Each car represents countless hours of meticulous manufacturing, embodying both style and functionality. This snapshot offers a glimpse into an era when British car manufacturing was at its peak. Preserved as part of the Breaking New Ground Project in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust, this photograph serves as a testament to our industrial heritage. It reminds us of how far we have come in terms of technological advancements while honoring those who played pivotal roles in shaping our transportation landscape. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from A© Historic England Archive, we are transported back to a time when factories hummed with activity and dreams were built on assembly lines. It is through images like these that we can appreciate not only the beauty of classic automobiles but also recognize their significance within our cultural history.
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