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Using a change machine at a booking office on the London Underground (b/w photo)
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Using a change machine at a booking office on the London Underground (b/w photo)
8626067 Using a change machine at a booking office on the London Underground (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Using a change machine at a booking office on the London Underground. Illustration from Everyday Knowledge in Pictures (Odhams Press Limited, London, c1946).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 38200880
© © Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
1940 1949 19401949 1940s Career Drive Driving Drum Drummer Drums Employment Forties Getting Work Metro Metro Station Nineteen Forties Profession Railroad Subway Subway Station Subway Stations Technology The Forties Train Rail Tube Underground Years 1940 Years 40 Years Forty
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment in time at a booking office on the London Underground. A man is seen using a change machine, exchanging his money for tokens to access the train system. The image exudes a sense of nostalgia, taking us back to the mid-20th century when this mode of transportation was bustling with activity.
The simplicity of the scene belies the complexity of daily life in post-war London. The railway system was not just a means of getting from point A to point B; it was also an integral part of people's livelihoods. Workers relied on trains to commute to their jobs, and this image serves as a reminder of the importance of public transportation in sustaining urban economies.
As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we are transported back to an era where manual labor and human interaction were essential components of everyday life. The man in the photo represents countless individuals who depended on the London Underground for their livelihoods, highlighting the interconnectedness between work, transportation, and community.
This print is not just a visual record; it is a testament to resilience and adaptability in times of change. It reminds us that even simple tasks like using a change machine can hold profound significance in shaping our collective history.
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