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Building of a prefabricated houses in 3 hours 1945

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Building of a prefabricated houses in 3 hours 1945

During the Second World War many houses were destroyed, due to this, prefabricated houses (prefabs) were built, quickly and cheaply providing quality housing with all the amenities, central heating, modern kitchens, built-in cupboards. These photographs here in 1945, shows prefabs being built within 3 and an half hours in Shirehampton, Bristol, using aluminium salvaged from crashed aircrafts, they were sponsored by The Ministry of Aircraft Production. Date: 1945

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1945 Accommodation Bristol Cheap Conditions Constructed Erecting Homes Living Prefab Prefabricated Temporary Prefabs Shirehampton


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Amidst the ruins of the Second World War, the need for quick and affordable housing solutions became a pressing concern. In this photograph taken in 1945, we witness the remarkable construction of prefabricated houses in Shirehampton, Bristol. Sponsored by The Ministry of Aircraft Production, these prefabs were built using aluminium salvaged from crashed aircrafts, showcasing the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the time. The prefabricated houses, also known as prefab homes or prefab houses, were a revolutionary solution to the housing crisis. They offered quality living conditions with modern amenities such as central heating, modern kitchens, and built-in cupboards. The houses were designed to be built quickly and cheaply, providing much-needed accommodation for families displaced by the war. The photograph captures the construction process in action, with workers erecting the prefabricated parts in just 3 hours and 19 minutes. The houses were prefabricated off-site, with each component carefully crafted and then transported to the construction site for assembly. This method of construction allowed for a significant reduction in the time it took to build a new home, providing much-needed relief for those who had lost their homes during the war. The prefabricated houses were a symbol of hope and progress during a time of great hardship. They provided a temporary solution to the housing crisis, but their impact was felt long after the war ended. The use of prefabricated materials and methods continued to shape the housing industry, paving the way for modern construction techniques and affordable housing solutions.

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