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Photographic Print : Road works at Swanley - widening the road. 1938
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Road works at Swanley - widening the road. 1938
Road works at Swanley - widening the road.
1938
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Media ID 10980345
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Crane Digger Embankment Houses Machinery Maintenance Road Street Suburban Suburbia Truck Workmen
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this captivating photograph from the Media Storehouse archives. Witness the transformation of Swanley's roads in 1938 as shown in this vintage image by John Topham from TopFoto. Road works in full swing, the scene is alive with the hustle and bustle of construction, as workers diligently widen the road. A fascinating glimpse into history, this photograph is a must-have for history buffs, local historians, and anyone who appreciates the beauty of bygone eras.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photo print, titled "Road works at Swanley - widening the road. 1938" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Captured by the talented photographer John Topham during the interwar period of the twentieth century, this image showcases an essential infrastructure development project taking place in Swanley. The scene depicts a bustling street filled with workmen and machinery diligently working on widening the road. A towering crane stands tall against the backdrop of suburban houses, emphasizing both progress and change within this peaceful neighborhood. The monochrome effect adds a timeless quality to the photograph, allowing viewers to immerse themselves fully into this snapshot from the past. As we observe this snapshot frozen in time, it's impossible not to appreciate the dedication and hard work put forth by these laborers who are shaping their community for future generations. The presence of various trucks and diggers highlights how technology was being utilized even then to enhance efficiency in construction projects. John Topham's skillful composition captures not only physical transformations but also evokes a sense of nostalgia for an era characterized by growth and development amidst challenging times. This remarkable piece from Europeana Photography serves as a reminder that progress is built upon countless hours of maintenance and improvement – one road at a time.
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