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Speed Trap

1st December 1978: PC Alex McHattie aiming a radar speed gun (VASCA) at a car. (Photo by Roy Chaplin/Evening Standard/Getty Images)

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Roy Chaplin

Media ID 11968962

1970 1979 Aiming British British Culture Clothing Danger Desktop Pc Human Role Laboratory Equipment Landscape Male Back Mode Of Transport Occupations Road Police Force Police Uniform Radar Rear View Single Speed


Capturing the Need for Speed - PC Alex McHattie on Duty

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. In this black and white landscape photograph, we are transported back to the 1st of December 1978, where PC Alex McHattie stands with determination on a British road. With a radar speed gun (VASCA) in hand, he aims it at an approaching car, ready to enforce traffic regulations. Roy Chaplin's expert lens captures not only the danger associated with excessive speed but also highlights the scientific aspect of law enforcement. The image showcases a male police officer from behind, emphasizing his role as both protector and enforcer. Dressed in traditional British police uniform, PC McHattie represents the embodiment of authority and order amidst chaotic roads. The archival quality adds depth to this historical moment that shaped British culture. This print serves as a reminder of how transportation has evolved over time while highlighting the importance of road safety. It symbolizes the constant battle between human behavior and technology-driven enforcement measures like radar guns. Roy Chaplin's masterful composition allows us to appreciate not only PC McHattie's dedication but also his reliance on laboratory equipment such as radar guns for accurate measurements. This image is more than just a snapshot; it encapsulates an era when law enforcement embraced technological advancements to maintain public safety. Whether displayed in homes or offices, this Fine Art Storehouse print invites viewers to reflect upon their own relationship with speed and responsibility on our roads – reminding us all that adherence to

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