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Jigsaw Puzzle : Commuter Station, Palmers Green Station, 1914 BB92_20713
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Commuter Station, Palmers Green Station, 1914 BB92_20713
Palmers Green Station, Aldermans Hill, Greater London. General view looking south-east towards the up platform of Palmers Green station, crowded with passengers. Photographed in 1914. Many of the young men shown here in straw-boaters went on to fight in the First World War. Howarth-Loomes Collection
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Jigsaw Puzzle (1014 Pieces)
Discover the captivating history of Palmers Green Station with our intricately designed jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. Featuring an authentic image from the Historic England Archive, this puzzle transports you back in time to 1914, showcasing a bustling commuter station scene at Aldermans Hill in Greater London. With exquisite detail and stunning clarity, this jigsaw puzzle is the perfect activity for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Immerse yourself in the past, piece by piece, and bring the rich history of Palmers Green Station into your home.
Made in the USA, 1014-piece puzzles measure 20" x 30" (50.8 x 76.2 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.8cm (29.9" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the bustling scene at Palmers Green Station in 1914, a time when the railway was the primary mode of transportation for commuters in Greater London. The image, taken from the south-east looking towards the up platform, is filled with a crowd of passengers, many of whom are young men wearing straw boaters. The station, located at Aldermans Hill, was a vital transport hub that connected people to various parts of the city. As the First World War was just around the corner, the young men in this photograph, with their carefree expressions and summer hats, are unaware of the impending conflict that would soon change their lives forever. The innocence of this moment is a stark contrast to the grim reality that awaited them. Many of these men went on to serve in the British armed forces, their straw boaters replaced by military uniforms. The photograph is part of the extensive Howarth-Loomes Collection held by Historic England Archive. It provides a unique glimpse into the past, offering a snapshot of everyday life in London over a century ago. The railway station, with its grand architecture and bustling crowds, was a microcosm of the city's vibrant energy and diversity. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the past, inviting us to reflect on the lives of those who came before us and the historical events that shaped our world.
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