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Regent Street WES01_01_07
Filename: wes01_01_07.jpg
Size: 3994 x 5742 (2.6MB)
Date: 24th June 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
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Regent Street WES01_01_07
Regent Street, City of Westminster, Greater London. A busy scene on Regent Street, looking towards the Peter Robinson department store, with motor cars, omnibuses and horse drawn carriages crowding the road
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Media ID 25316345
© Historic England Archive
1910s Department Store Edwardian London Motor Car Omnibus Road Transport Shop Street Scene Traffic Horse Drawn Carriage Traffic Jam
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Historic England Archive takes us back in time to the bustling streets of Regent Street, City of Westminster, in Greater London. The scene is set in the early 1900s, during the Edwardian era when horse-drawn carriages and motor cars shared the road with omnibuses. The image captures a moment of chaos and energy as vehicles of all kinds jostle for space on Regent Street. The iconic Peter Robinson department store stands tall in the background, its grand facade adding to the vibrant atmosphere. Shoppers can be seen hurrying along the crowded pavements, eager to explore what this renowned shopping district has to offer. The photograph provides a fascinating glimpse into daily life at that time – a snapshot frozen in history. It showcases not only the evolution of transportation but also highlights how cities like London were rapidly changing during this period. As we study this image, we are reminded of how far our society has come since then. Today's modern world may seem vastly different from this chaotic scene, but it is important to appreciate and preserve these glimpses into our past. They serve as valuable reminders of our heritage and allow us to reflect upon how much progress has been made over time. Through photographs like this one by Historic England Archive, we are able to connect with our history and gain a deeper understanding of where we have come from as a society.
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