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Framed Print : All stop on the main Cardiff Barry Road. Where 50 mph speed limit need not apply. Wales
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All stop on the main Cardiff Barry Road. Where 50 mph speed limit need not apply. Wales
All stop on the main Cardiff Barry Road. Where 50 mph speed limit need not apply. Wales. 20th February 1978. A4050 Closed
Western Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Wales
WME_1978_02_Blizzard
Media ID 21757459
© Mirrorpix
Abandoned Blizzard Closed Cold Conditions Drift Extreme Left Motors Motorways Road Roads Season Severe Sign Signs Speed Stranded Winter 1978 Limit
A2 Premium Frame with A3 Poster
Step back in time with our stunning Framed Print by Western Mail Archive from Memory Lane Prints. This captivating photograph, titled "All stop on the main Cardiff Barry Road. Where 50 mph speed limit need not apply. Wales" (20th February 1978), captures a moment in history when the A4050 was closed, defying the usual 50 mph speed limit. Add a touch of nostalgia to your home décor with this beautifully framed piece, showcasing a unique snapshot of Wales' past.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 44.6cm (24.4" x 17.6")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Captured in the midst of a severe winter blizzard, this vintage print takes us back to 20th February 1978 on the main Cardiff Barry Road in Wales. The image showcases an extraordinary scene where all traffic has come to a halt, defying the usual 50 mph speed limit. Mother Nature's relentless snowfall and treacherous conditions have forced authorities to close down A4050, leaving motorists stranded and roads deserted. In this frozen landscape, a lone man braves the extreme cold as he surveys the abandoned cars left behind by their owners. The deep drifts of snow engulfing these vehicles serve as a reminder of nature's power over human infrastructure. The sign indicating 'All stop' stands tall amidst the wintry backdrop, its message clear: no vehicle should venture further into this perilous terrain. It serves as both a warning and testament to the severity of weather experienced during that season. This photograph transports us back to an era when motorways were not immune to nature's whims. It captures not only the harshness of winter but also highlights our vulnerability in face of such extreme conditions. Preserved within Memory Lane Prints collection from Western Mail Archive, this image offers us a glimpse into history - reminding us that even modern road systems can be brought to their knees by Mother Nature's fury.
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