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Trafford Park in Manchester was a major focus for engineering at the beginning of
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Trafford Park in Manchester was a major focus for engineering at the beginning of
Trafford Park in Manchester was a major focus for engineering at the beginning of the 20th century. The Westinghouse factory that was later to become Metropolitan Vickers, then GEC, then GEC Alsthom and finally Alstom.
This photograph shows the laying of the Main Office foundation stone on 3rd August 1901.
On the day however, George Westinghouse was ill, and the Lord Mayor of London laid the stone, assisted by the Lord Mayor of Manchester. The arched windows of the ground floor of the Main Office are clearly visible to the right.
Laying the corner-stone of the main office block of the British Westinghouse Electric and Manufacturing Co. Ltd. August 1901 P008348
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Media ID 21371067
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1900s Building Customs Opening Ceremony 1901
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This print takes us back to the early 20th century, where Trafford Park in Manchester stood as a prominent hub for engineering. The Westinghouse factory, which would later undergo several transformations to become Metropolitan Vickers, GEC, GEC Alsthom, and finally Alstom, is the focal point of this historical image. Dated August 3rd, 1901, the photograph captures a significant moment in time - the laying of the Main Office foundation stone. However, an unfortunate turn of events led to George Westinghouse falling ill on that very day. Stepping in his place was none other than the Lord Mayor of London himself who took charge of this symbolic act with assistance from Manchester's own Lord Mayor. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time, our attention is drawn towards the grandeur and architectural beauty displayed by the arched windows adorning the ground floor of the Main Office building. These windows stand as witnesses to countless moments that unfolded within those walls throughout history. The scene depicted here encompasses not only a ceremonial event but also showcases elements such as bustling crowds and customs associated with opening ceremonies during that era. It serves as a reminder of how traditions were honored and celebrated amidst industrial progress. Preserved through Memory Lane Prints by Mirrorpix, this remarkable piece provides us with a glimpse into an important chapter in Manchester's engineering heritage – one that laid foundations for future innovations yet to come.
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