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The Tube Railways of London
The Tube Railways of London - group photo of workmen, with greathead shield driving a station tunnel, the ends of the hydraulic rams pressing on flange of furthest ring Date: 1909
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Driving Ends Engineering Furthest Hydraulic Pressing Railways Rams Ring Shield Tube Tunnel Underground Workmen Flange Greathead
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Print of "The Tube Railways of London" by Terry Parker, available at Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you to the early 1900s, showcasing a group of workmen in action as they drive a station tunnel using a greathead shield and hydraulic rams. Experience the rich history of the London Underground with this unique and intriguing piece of railway heritage.
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the construction of London's Underground network, as workmen carefully maneuver a Greathead shield during the driving of a new station tunnel in 1909. The Greathead shield, an engineering innovation that revolutionized tunnel boring, is seen here with its massive iron rings and the ends of the hydraulic rams pressing firmly against the flange of the furthest ring. The men in the group, dressed in heavy work clothes and protective helmets, appear focused and determined as they guide the shield forward, deep into the earth. The Tube Railways of London were undergoing a rapid expansion in the early 1900s, and this photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the hard labor and engineering expertise required to build the complex network of tunnels and stations that would come to define the city's transport system. The Edwardian era, with its sense of optimism and progress, is beautifully captured in this image, as the men work together to push the boundaries of what was possible in underground construction. The photograph, taken in February 1909, is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the engineers and workmen who built the Tube Railways of London. It is a powerful reminder of the human effort and engineering prowess that went into creating one of the world's most iconic and enduring transport systems.
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