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Ford Pilot JLP01_07_016_004
Filename: jlp01_07_016_004.jpg
Size: 5262 x 5515 (6.5MB)
Date: 10th 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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Ford Pilot JLP01_07_016_004
A Ford Pilot car transporting Laing director W M Johnson and his wife during a staff outing to Weymouth.
Ford Pilot cars were manufactured by Ford UK from August 1947 until 1951. The photograph was taken during a Laing staff outing to Weymouth. Although no date has been recorded by the photographer, a staff outing is know to have taken place in June 1948
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Media ID 24339268
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1940s Laing Spirit Road Transport Daytrip Motorcar
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment in time during a staff outing to Weymouth, where the Ford Pilot JLP01_07_016_004 car takes center stage. Manufactured by Ford UK between 1947 and 1951, the Ford Pilot was a symbol of British automotive excellence in the post-war era. In this particular instance, it served as transportation for none other than Laing director W M Johnson and his wife. The image exudes an air of nostalgia, transporting us back to the 1940s when road trips were filled with excitement and adventure. The car's sleek design stands out against the backdrop of bustling streets, showcasing its prominence among other vehicles of that time. Although no specific date is recorded by the photographer, we know from historical records that this staff outing occurred in June 1948. This detail adds depth to our understanding of both Laing's company culture at that time and society's appreciation for leisure activities amidst challenging times. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are reminded not only of the joyous spirit within Laing but also how automobiles like these played an integral role in shaping British history. A testament to innovation and progress, this Ford Pilot car represents an era defined by resilience and determination - qualities still admired today.
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