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Poster Print : Wrapping and sealing JLP01_08_076816
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Wrapping and sealing JLP01_08_076816
NORFOLK. A team of workers wrapping and sealing the end of a steel pipe on the Fens gas pipeline.
Work on laying the Fens gas pipeline started in June 1967 and was a joint venture between Laing Civil Engineering and French companies Entrepose and Grands Travaux de Marseille (GTM) for the Gas Council. Over 600 men worked on the project to lay 36 inch diameter steel pipes starting at West Winch in Norfolk and running to where it linked up with the next contract at Woodcroft Castle in Cambridgeshire. The pipeline crossed four rivers and numerous dykes and ditches
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Media ID 24091205
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1960s Engineering Gas Supply North Sea Gas People Pipeline Work
27x27 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Historic England Poster Prints, featuring the captivating image "Wrapping and sealing JLP01_08_076816" by Joh from Historic England. This fascinating photograph takes us back in time to NORFOLK, where a dedicated team of workers are wrapping and sealing the end of a steel pipe on the Fens gas pipeline. The pipeline construction began in June 1967, making this image a unique snapshot of history. Add this stunning print to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home or office. Each print is produced using high-quality materials to ensure vibrant colors and long-lasting durability. Order yours today and relive the stories of the past with every glance.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a pivotal moment in the construction of the Fens gas pipeline. A dedicated team of workers can be seen diligently wrapping and sealing the end of a steel pipe, showcasing their expertise and commitment to this monumental engineering project. The Fens gas pipeline, initiated in June 1967, was a remarkable joint venture between Laing Civil Engineering and French companies Entrepose and Grands Travaux de Marseille (GTM), commissioned by the Gas Council. The scale of this undertaking is truly awe-inspiring, with over 600 men working tirelessly to lay 36-inch diameter steel pipes along its route. Starting at West Winch in Norfolk, this vital infrastructure extended all the way to Woodcroft Castle in Cambridgeshire, connecting communities along its path. As depicted in this image, these skilled workers faced numerous challenges as they crossed four rivers and navigated countless dykes and ditches during their arduous journey. This photograph not only showcases the sheer magnitude of this engineering feat but also pays tribute to those who dedicated their time and effort to make it possible. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity, teamwork, and determination that shaped our modern gas supply system. Preserved within Historic England's archive collection, this print offers us a glimpse into an era when progress was marked by hands-on labor rather than automated machinery. Let it remind us of our predecessors' unwavering spirit as we continue building upon their legacy for generations to come.
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