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Goods Shed CC80_00079
Filename: cc80_00079.jpg
Size: 5093 x 3841 (3.2MB)
Date: 24th January 2023
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
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Goods Shed CC80_00079
Butler Street Goods Station, Butler Street, Preston, Lancashire. Men moving boxes of merchandise in the Lever Brothers depot at Butler Street Goods Station
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Media ID 29194452
© Historic England Archive
1920s Depot Goods Shed Interior People Warehouse
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print transports us back to the bustling atmosphere of the 1920s. The image showcases the Goods Shed CC80_00079, located at Butler Street Goods Station in Preston, Lancashire. Stepping into this historical scene feels like stepping into a time machine. The focus of the photograph is on a group of hardworking men who are diligently moving boxes filled with merchandise within the Lever Brothers depot. Their determined expressions and physical exertion reveal their dedication to their work. The warehouse's interior is vast, with towering shelves stacked high with crates and packages waiting to be sorted and distributed. Every detail in this snapshot tells a story about an era when manual labor was essential for commerce to thrive. From the worn-out wooden floors beneath their feet to the dimly lit space illuminated by streams of sunlight peeking through dusty windows, it all adds authenticity to this nostalgic moment frozen in time. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Historic England Archive, we can't help but appreciate how far our society has come since then. This photo serves as a reminder of our ancestors' resilience and determination while also igniting curiosity about what life was truly like during those years gone by.
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