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New Dock. March 1877: Crowds on a hilltop are viewing the new dock at Avonmouth
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New Dock. March 1877: Crowds on a hilltop are viewing the new dock at Avonmouth
March 1877: Crowds on a hilltop are viewing the new dock at Avonmouth near Bristol. Original Publication: Illustrated London News - supplement -The New Avonmouth Dock Near Bristol - pub. 1877 (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 24100481
Format Landscape Sailing Ship Ship Transport Infrastructure Vessel Water Transport
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New Dock Unveiling - Witnessing Bristol's Maritime Transformation
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. In this black and white landscape print, we are transported back to March 1877, where a sea of eager onlookers gathers atop a hill near Avonmouth, Bristol. The photograph captures the historic moment when the new dock was unveiled to the public for the first time. The scene is filled with anticipation as men, women, and children from all walks of life come together to witness the birth of an extraordinary transport infrastructure project. With eyes fixed on the horizon, their faces reflect both awe and excitement at what lies before them. Amidst this crowd stands a majestic vessel - a sailing ship that symbolizes Britain's maritime prowess during that era. Its towering masts reach towards the heavens while its sleek silhouette gracefully cuts through calm waters nearby. This image not only showcases England's rich nautical heritage but also highlights Europe's enduring fascination with water transport. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and engineering marvels that have shaped our world throughout history. Preserved by Hulton Archive/Getty Images, this remarkable print allows us to step into another time - an era when progress was measured by grand structures like docks and ships rather than pixels or algorithms. It invites us to appreciate how these feats of human endeavor continue to shape our present-day lives. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from Fine Art Storehouse, let us be reminded of our shared connection with those who came before us - united in wonder
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