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Road Danger
23rd December 1912: In a demonstration of the dangers of street traffic, a boy jumps off a bus and into the path of another travelling in the opposite direction. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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Topical Press Agency
Media ID 12020430
1910 1919 Boys Child Danger Direction Jump Landscape Male Back Mode Of Transport Opposite Protest Rear View Traffic
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Road Danger - A Glimpse into the Perils of Early 20th Century Traffic
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. This photograph, captured on the 23rd of December in 1912 by Topical Press Agency, takes us back to a time when road safety was still in its infancy. In this striking image, we witness a powerful demonstration highlighting the dangers posed by street traffic. The scene unfolds as a group of young boys gather around an imposing double-decker bus. With their backs turned towards us, they are fixated on one brave boy who fearlessly leaps off the bus and into the path of another vehicle hurtling towards him from the opposite direction. The frozen moment captures both danger and audacity. Transportation during this era was far from safe or regulated, making this demonstration all the more significant. The stark contrast between light and shadow emphasizes not only the bravery but also the vulnerability of these young individuals risking their lives for a cause. As we delve deeper into this historical snapshot, it becomes evident that these boys were partaking in an act of protest against hazardous road conditions. Their daring leap symbolizes their determination to bring attention to road safety issues plaguing society at that time. Preserved through archival means, this print serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come in terms of transportation safety regulations. It prompts reflection on our responsibility to continue striving for safer roads while honoring those who paved the way for change over a century ago.
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