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Westbourne Park Motor Depot, 1920

Westbourne Park Motor Depot, 1920


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Filename: Westbourne Park.jpg

Size: 3367 x 2335 (968KB)

Date: 23rd August 2007

Source: STEAM Museum of the GWR

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Westbourne Park Motor Depot, 1920

GWR battery powered Express Parcels lorry see here recharging

STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway

Media ID 536787

© STEAM Picture Library 2007 - All Rights Reserved

Employee Road Staff Parcel Westbourne


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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR, we are transported back to the year 1920 at Westbourne Park Motor Depot. The image showcases a remarkable piece of history - a battery-powered Express Parcels lorry belonging to the Great Western Railway (GWR). As we delve into this snapshot of time, our attention is immediately drawn towards an employee diligently recharging the lorry, highlighting both technological innovation and human ingenuity. The scene exudes an air of bustling activity as staff members go about their duties in this vital hub for transportation. The road leading up to the depot serves as a constant reminder of its significance in connecting people and parcels across vast distances. It symbolizes progress and modernity during an era when motorized vehicles were rapidly transforming society's perception of travel and trade. This photograph not only captures a specific moment but also encapsulates the spirit of teamwork and dedication that characterized GWR employees. Their commitment to providing efficient parcel delivery services is evident in every detail, reflecting their essential role in facilitating commerce throughout Westbourne Park and beyond. As we admire this historical gem, let us appreciate how it represents more than just a mode of transport or workplace scenery; it embodies an era defined by ambition, resilience, and progress. This print invites us to reflect upon our own journeys while acknowledging those who paved the way for future advancements in transportation systems worldwide.

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