Print of a concrete caisson being maneuvered in Tilbury Docks

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Framed Print of Manouevring a concrete caisson JLP01_01_064_48

TILBURY DOCKS, CHADWELL ST MARY, THURROCK, ESSEX. A view from a boat showing the cooling water intake caisson for Coryton Oil Refinery leaving Tilbury Docks, with people on the side of the lock using ropes to guide the structure.
During the Second World War, John Laing and Son Ltd had built some of the floating caissons for the Mulberry harbour which were used in the D-day landings. This 4, 200 ton concrete water intake caisson was built along the lines of the Mulberry harbour and was towed 8 miles down the Thames from Tilbury Dock to be installed as part of Coryton Oil Refinery in March 1952. It was built between 1951 and 1952. Discover Historic England images to buy as prints, wall art or for licensing. Find your favourite places or explore our collections. © Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection

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Discover the rich history of Tilbury Docks with our Framed Print featuring the iconic image of a concrete caisson maneuvering at Chadwell St Mary, Essex. This photograph, copyrighted by Historic England Archive and taken by Joh, offers a perspective of the cooling water intake caisson for Coryton Oil Refinery leaving Tilbury Docks. Bring the history and beauty of this industrial landscape into your home or office with our framed prints, perfect for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike.

A print of a concrete caisson being maneuvered in the water. People on the side of a lock use ropes to guide it into place.

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