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Extension of London Underground railway, 1906
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Extension of London Underground railway, 1906
Extension of the London Underground railway in 1906, showing the Booking Office at Piccadilly Station, the line running from Hammersmith in the west to Finsbury Park in the north, a driver at his post, people sitting in a carriage, and a platform at Leicester Square Station. The new Great Northern, Piccadilly and Brompton Tube had just opened. Date: 1906
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This photograph, taken in 1906, showcases the Extension of the London Underground railway, marking a significant milestone in the city's transport history. The image reveals the Booking Office at Piccadilly Station, where passengers eagerly queued for their tickets. The new Great Northern, Piccadilly, and Brompton Tube line, a marvel of Edwardian engineering, is seen extending from Hammersmith in the west to Finsbury Park in the north. The driver intently focuses on his duties at the helm of the train, while passengers sit comfortably in a carriage, enjoying the novelty of underground travel. The platform at Leicester Square Station bustles with activity, as people eagerly await their turn to board the train. The Great Northern, Piccadilly, and Brompton Route represented a major expansion and development in the Metropolitan and District lines, spreading the reach of the Underground network further than ever before. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, capturing the excitement and anticipation of a new era in London's transport history.
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