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Bridge Girders

A train arrives carrying the two 50-ton main girders of a new bridge to be built over Thorpes Road on the L.M.S. line between Hanbury, Staffordshire and Wakefield in Yorkshire, 13th December 1926. (Photo by H. F. Davis/Topical Press Agency/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

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H. F. Davis

Media ID 11797794

© 2006 Getty Images

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This print takes us back to the year 1926, capturing a momentous event in the history of transportation infrastructure. The image showcases the arrival of a train carrying two colossal 50-ton main girders for a new bridge construction project over Thorpes Road on the L. M. S. line between Hanbury, Staffordshire and Wakefield in Yorkshire. The sheer scale of these girders is awe-inspiring as they dominate the frame, stretching horizontally across the photograph. Their immense weight is evident, emphasizing their significance in supporting this vital railway connection. The contrast between light and shadow adds depth to the composition, highlighting every intricate detail of these engineering marvels. In this snapshot frozen in time by photographer H. F. Davis, we witness not only an impressive feat of construction but also glimpse into an era where rail transport played a pivotal role in connecting communities and driving industrial growth. The presence of workers surrounding the girders underscores their importance as they prepare to embark on this ambitious project. This print serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination, reminding us that bridges are not merely physical structures but symbols of progress and connectivity. It invites us to reflect upon our own reliance on transportation infrastructure today while appreciating the remarkable achievements made almost a century ago.

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