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Longitudinal section of Thames Tunnel 1825
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Longitudinal section of Thames Tunnel 1825
First of the construction took part in 1825, hundred and fifty feet under the River Thames. Date: 1825
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1825 Chief Engineering Excavating Longitudinal Rotherhithe Section Shield Tunnel Tunnelling Tunnels Underground Underneath Underwater Wapping Workmen
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This longitudinal section print depicts the intricate engineering feat that was the Thames Tunnel, located beneath the iconic River Thames in London, during its initial construction in 1825. The tunnel, which began a century before the advent of the 20th century, was a groundbreaking achievement in transportation engineering. The image reveals the meticulous excavation process taking place under the riverbed, with workmen toiling diligently to expand the tunnel's length by hundreds of feet. The shield, a crucial component of the tunneling process, is visible at the bottom of the section, serving as a protective barrier against the river's powerful currents. The Thames Tunnel, connecting Wapping on the north side with Rotherhithe on the south side, was a marvel of 19th-century engineering. The project's chief tunneler, Marc Isambard Brunel, oversaw the construction, which required the use of innovative techniques such as the tunneling shield to excavate the tunnel under the riverbed. The underwater excavation was a formidable challenge, as the workmen had to contend with the ever-present threat of flooding from the Thames. Despite these challenges, the construction progressed steadily, with the tunnel's completion in 1843 marking a significant milestone in the history of transportation infrastructure. This print offers a unique glimpse into the intricacies of the Thames Tunnel's construction, showcasing the dedication and ingenuity of the workmen who labored beneath the river to create a vital new transportation link between the north and south sides of London.
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