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Croydon Trams
April 1916: Two policemen guarding the Croydon Corporation Tramways depot on Purley Downs Road, south London, during the Croydon tram strike. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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Topical Press Agency
Media ID 12023896
1910 1919 Cable Car Couple Relationship Crisis Croydon England Black Gate Guard Guarding Human Role Industrial Building Labor Mode Of Transport Occupation Occupations Road Police Force Protection Recruitment Strike Industrial Action Transport Europe Top Bus Station
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. This captivating image, captured by the Topical Press Agency in April 1916, portrays a significant moment in history: two policemen standing guard at the Croydon Corporation Tramways depot during the Croydon tram strike. The black-and-white photograph adds a timeless charm to any space, making it an excellent addition to your home or office decor. Bring a piece of history into your world with this stunning Framed Print.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the tumultuous times of April 1916 in Croydon, England. Amidst a backdrop of industrial buildings, two policemen stand guard at the entrance of the Croydon Corporation Tramways depot on Purley Downs Road. The city was gripped by a tram strike, and these officers were tasked with protecting this vital mode of transport. The image captures the essence of a crisis unfolding - two male figures standing tall against the gate, their presence symbolizing protection and order amidst chaos. Their uniforms represent their roles within the police force as they diligently carry out their duties during this time of unrest. In an era where transportation played a crucial role in daily life, trams served as lifelines for commuters across Europe. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how strikes could disrupt not only individual lives but also entire communities reliant on public transport. Preserved through archival means by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images, this historical snapshot offers us insight into labor disputes and social dynamics during that period. It reminds us that even in times of strife, there are individuals who step forward to maintain law and order while safeguarding essential services. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Fine Art Storehouse, we are transported back to early 20th-century England - witnessing history unfold before our eyes through powerful imagery captured over a century ago.
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