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Cut and cover, building the London Underground
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Cut and cover, building the London Underground
Cut and cover, building the London Underground, Victorian period
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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
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This vintage photograph, titled "Cut and Cover, Building the London Underground," is a fascinating glimpse into the past of one of the world's most iconic transportation systems. Taken during the Victorian period, likely in the late 1800s or early 1900s, the image offers a unique perspective on the construction process of the London Underground in its infancy. The photograph, part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the meticulous and labor-intensive process of building the tube tunnels using the cut-and-cover method. In this technique, the ground is excavated, and the tunnel is constructed above the excavated area, which is then covered back up, creating a watertight and stable structure. The image showcases a team of workers diligently toiling away, their lanterns casting a warm, yellow glow on the damp, dark tunnel. The intricate network of wooden scaffolding and timber supports can be seen, as well as the large, heavy machinery used to move earth and transport materials. The Victorian-era workmen are dressed in their typical attire, with flat caps and heavy coats, adding to the old-world charm of the photograph. The London Underground, also known as the Tube, was the world's first underground railway and revolutionized public transportation in the city. The first section of the Metropolitan Railway, the precursor to the London Underground, opened in 1863, and the network continued to expand throughout the Victorian and Edwardian eras. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity, determination, and hard work that went into building this engineering marvel, which continues to serve millions of commuters every day.
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