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6 HP De Dion veteran car
6 HP De Dion veteran car, used to deliver newspapers between Norwich and Kings Lynn, early 1900s Date: circa 1900s
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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
Automobile Deliver Dion Kings Lynn Newspapers Norwich Veteran
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This photograph, hailing from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to the early 1900s. The image showcases a vintage 6 HP De Dion car, a marvel of motoring technology from the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The car, with its distinctive De Dion suspension system, was a popular choice for private use during this period. The 6 HP De Dion car in this photograph is adorned with intricate details, from its large lantern slide headlights to its ornate grille and spoke wheels. The vehicle's robust appearance and elegant design exude an air of sophistication and luxury, a stark contrast to the rugged terrain and simple surroundings that surround it. The car's historical significance is further emphasized by the fact that it was once used to travel between the picturesque English towns of Norwich and Kings Lynn. The journey would have taken the driver through winding country roads, quaint villages, and breathtaking landscapes, offering a unique perspective of early 20th-century England. The photograph serves as a testament to the allure and romance of the early automobile era, a time when motoring was an adventure, and every journey was an opportunity to explore the unknown. This 6 HP De Dion car, with its timeless beauty and rich history, continues to captivate us and inspire a sense of wonder and nostalgia for a bygone era.
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