Premium Framed Print : Amateur Traffic Cops
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Amateur Traffic Cops
Beware of amateur traffic controllers... they are seldom competent to act in an emergency
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Media ID 4363574
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Amateur Code Cops High Way Seldom Traffic Controllers
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print from Mary Evans Prints Online captures a scene from 1934 featuring "Amateur Traffic Cops." The image serves as a cautionary reminder about the potential dangers of having inexperienced individuals attempting to control traffic in emergency situations. The caption warns that amateur traffic controllers are "seldom competent" to handle the responsibilities required during high-stress moments on the road.
The historical significance of this photograph lies in its depiction of early attempts at regulating traffic and enforcing highway codes. In an era before standardized training for law enforcement officers, it was not uncommon for ordinary citizens to step in and try to manage chaotic situations on the roads. However, as this image suggests, their efforts were often ineffective or even hazardous.
Through this snapshot of transport history, viewers are reminded of the importance of professional training and expertise when it comes to maintaining order and safety on our roadways. The presence of amateur cops may have been well-intentioned, but ultimately they were ill-equipped to handle the complexities of managing traffic flow during emergencies.
Overall, this print serves as a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era when motoring regulations were still evolving, highlighting the challenges faced by those tasked with keeping our highways safe and orderly.
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