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Exterior of Battersea Bridge Buildings, flats, a bus and group of people outside, London
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Exterior of Battersea Bridge Buildings, flats, a bus and group of people outside, London
1812529 Exterior of Battersea Bridge Buildings, flats, a bus and group of people outside, London, 1907 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Wandsworth, London Borough of); eLondon Metropolitan Archives; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22561356
© London Metropolitan Archives / Bridgeman Images
Council Estate Council Housing Estate Flats Housing Estates Omnibus Pedestrians Public Services Residential Social Housing Suburb Suburban Tenement Tenements Wandsworth Public Transport
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This photograph, taken in 1907 by an English photographer, offers a glimpse into the vibrant cityscape of London. The image showcases the exterior of Battersea Bridge Buildings, a bustling hub filled with flats, houses, and tenements. In this snapshot of Edwardian society, we see a diverse group of people gathered outside these architectural marvels. The scene is brought to life by the presence of a bus, symbolizing the era's public transport system. Pedestrians can be seen strolling along the street, adding movement and vitality to the photograph. This visual narrative provides valuable insight into early 20th-century urban living in Britain. The buildings themselves exude grandeur and charm with their intricate facades. They stand as testaments to England's rich architectural heritage while also representing social housing initiatives that aimed to provide affordable homes for its citizens. Located in Wandsworth within the London Borough of Wandsworth, this council estate played an essential role in shaping suburban life during this period. It serves as a reminder of how housing estates like these contributed significantly to accommodating growing populations within cities. Preserved through time and now part of historical archives at London Metropolitan Archives, this remarkable print allows us to reflect on our past while appreciating both the beauty and functionality found within urban landscapes.
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